Which would be the major product(s) of the following reaction?
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The question is asking which compound will be the major product formed in the reaction of a given organic compound with bromine in the presence of iron(III) bromide. The options provided show different possible products resulting from this reaction.
Answer
II
The final answer is II.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is II.
More Information
The methoxy group directs the bromination to the ortho and para positions due to its electron-donating nature. Given less steric hindrance in the para position, product II is the major product.
Tips
Ensure to identify the directing effects of substituents when predicting the major product in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions.
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