9701 MCQ Solution 24

Question 24: [Organic > Halogen Derivatives]:

Compound X undergoes the following reactions.

What is X?

A 1-bromobutane

B 2-bromobutane

C 1-bromo-2-methylpropane

D 2-bromo-2-methylpropane

Reference: Past Exam Paper – November 2002 Paper 1 Q24

Solution 24:

Answer: B.

Option B is correct as this diagram shows. Assume all bonds are single bonds unless specified otherwise.