Question

How many moles of iodomethane are consumed in the following conversion?
$\text{CH}_3\text{NH}_2 \xrightarrow[\Delta]{\text{CH}_3\text{I}} (\text{CH}_3)_4\text{N}^+ \text{I}^-$}

• A. Four
• B. Three
• C. Two
• D. One

Hint:

Rule: Primary amine $\rightarrow$ quaternary ammonium needs 3 alkylations

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B