Problem: Which of the following compounds is the most stable?
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We are asked which of the following compounds is the most stable?
We are given compounds that are basically identical except for the position of the double bonds.
- This means we focus on the stability of the alkene.
- The most stable alkene has the most amount of substituents (excluding H).
Analyze each:
Molecule A
- 4 Subtituents
Problem Details
Which of the following compounds is the most stable?
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