Question

If there are more than one $\beta$-hydrogen atoms present in alkyl halide, the product formed in the elimination is

• A. one alkene as major product
• B. more than one alkene
• C. only one alkene
• D. Both(a) and (b)

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

There is possibility of formation of more than one alkene due to the availability of more than one $\beta$-hydrogen atoms. However, usually one alkene is formed as the major product.