Chapter 9, Problem 9.34P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The major product of the given reaction by using $\text{E2}$ step is to be predicted.

Concept introduction:

A bimolecular elimination of $\text{E2}$ step can take place when a strong nucleophile reacts with a substrate in which the leaving group and hydrogen are attached to the adjacent carbon atom. During each of the elementary steps, the attack of nucleophile and elimination of leaving group takes place. In elimination reactions, the most highly alkyl-substituted alkene is the most stable product. The regioselectivity of the product corresponds to the position of the leaving group and the hydrogen atom.