Chapter 16, Problem 16.18P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The given product is to be labeled as $1,2-\text{product}$ or $1,4-\text{product}$ and the kinetic and thermodynamic product is to be identified.

Concept introduction: Diene is a hydrocarbon that contains two $\text{C}=\text{C}$ double bonds in a compound. Conjugated diene consists of two double bonds that are separated by a single bond, whereas isolated diene also consists of two double bond but they are separated by two more carbon atoms.