JEE Main 2019 — Carboxylic Acid Derivatives Question with Solution
JEE Main 2019 (09 Apr Shift 1)
Question
The major product of the following reaction is:
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Correct answer
B
Step-by-step explanation
Alkaline oxidise benzylic carbon to the carboxylic acid.
Alkenes react with acidified potassium permanganate. Potassium Permanganate is a strong oxidant, and will initially convert the double bond to two alcohol (OH) groups.
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