Practice mode Chemistry of Hydrocarbons

What is the IUPAC name of CH₃CH=C(CH₃)CH₃?

Correct answer D. 2-Methylbut-2-ene

Explanation

The longest chain containing the double bond has four carbons. Numbering to give the double bond the lowest locant places it at C2, with the methyl branch also on C2: 2-methylbut-2-ene.

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