Toluene when treated with `Br_(2)//Fe`, gives p-bromotoluene as the major product because the methyl group

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Toluene when treated with `Br_(2)//Fe`, gives p-bromotoluene as the major product because the methyl group

Toluene when treated with `Br_(2)//Fe`, gives p-bromotoluene as the major product because the methyl group
A. is para directing
B. is m-directing
C. activates the ring by hyperconjugation
D. deactivates the ring

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar · Accepted Answer · 2023-02-05T15:29:48+06:00

Salim Ahmed Kawsar

Correct Answer - A::C
Methyl group is p-directing as it activates the ring by hyperconjugation.

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