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Anti-Markownikov addition of HBr is not observed in
ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesNEET
Options:
  • A propane
  • B but-1-ene
  • C but-2-ene
  • D pent-2-ene
Solution:
2005 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: but-2-ene
Both carbons of double bond have equal number of hydrogens and thus, it is a symmetrical alkene.

Hence, anti-Markownikov rule cannot be applied in but-2-ene..

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