Question

does not show aldol condensation because

• A. carbon is bounded by 3-heavy methyl groups
• B. due to the absence of $\alpha$-hydrogen
• C. it is a neutral molecule
• D. due to hindrance created by methyl group for carbanion

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

due to the absence of $\alpha$-hydrogen

The given compound does not show aldol condensation due to the absence of $\alpha$-hydrogen.

Hence, Option "B" is the correct answer.