The correct IUPAC name of the following compound is
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → 4-Bromo-3-methylpent-2-ene
First, identify the longest carbon chain containing the double bond.
- The longest chain has 5 carbon atoms → pentene
- The double bond is between C-2 and C-3 → pent-2-ene
- Substituents:
- A methyl (–CH₃) group on C-3
- A bromo (–Br) group on C-4
Arranging substituents alphabetically: 4-Bromo-3-methylpent-2-ene