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The maximum number of isomers (including stereoisomers) that are possible on monochlorination of the following compounds, is

ChemistryHaloalkanes and HaloarenesJEE AdvancedJEE Advanced 2011 (Paper 2)
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The correct answer is: 8


I has one chiral carbon $=$ two isomers II has two chiral carbons and no symmetry $=$ four isomers.
III and IV have no chiral carbon, no stereoisomers.

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