Choose the correct option(s) that give(s) an aromatic compound as the major product.
- (A)(see structure)
- (B)(see structure)
- (C)(see structure)
- (D)(see structure)
Answer: (B), (D)
Solution
Aromatic compounds are formed when cyclic systems undergo reactions that establish or restore aromaticity:
Options (A) and (C) do not yield aromatic compounds as major products under the given conditions.
- Option (B): The reaction leads to an aromatic product through elimination or rearrangement.
- Option (D): The reaction produces an aromatic compound as the major product.
Options (A) and (C) do not yield aromatic compounds as major products under the given conditions.
JEE Advanced · 2019 · 27 May 2019 · Paper 2 · One or more correct options