Question

The major product of the given reaction is:

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

$NaOEt$ is a strong base so it will undergo E2 elimination to form a stable more substitutes alkene product (saytzeff product). When the alkene reacts with HBr, it undergoes addition reaction by following markovnikov's rule to form the product as shown below,

Hence, option (a) is correct