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The IUPAC name of the following compound is \[ \mathrm{(CH_3)_3C-C(OH)(CH_3)_2} \]

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In alcohol nomenclature, \[ \boxed{\text{The hydroxyl group gets the lowest possible locant.}} \] Choose the longest chain containing the carbon bonded to \(-\mathrm{OH}\).
Updated On: Jul 15, 2026
  • 2,3,3-trimethylbutan-2-ol
  • 2,2,3-trimethylbutan-3-ol
  • 1,1,2,2-tetramethylpropan-1-ol
  • 2,2,3,3-tetramethylpropan-3-ol
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The Correct Option is A

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