Question

question 2 (1 point)
the iupac name of compound ch₃c(ch₃)chch₃ is
a) 1 - methylbut - 2 - ene
b) 2 - methylbut - 2 - ene
c) 3 - methylbut - 3 - ene
d) 2 - methylbut - 3 - ene
e) 3 - methylbut - 2 - ene

Explanation:

• First, identify the longest carbon chain with the double bond. Here, it's a 4 - carbon chain (but -).
• The double bond is between the second and third carbon atoms (but - 2 - ene).
• There is a methyl group on the second carbon atom.

Answer:

B. 2 - methylbut - 2 - ene