Question

The maximum number of stereoisomers that exist for the compound
are _____.

• A. 6
• B. 8
• C. 10
• D. 16

Answer 1

The correct option is C 10

There are 4 chiral centres in this molecule.
For symmetrical molecule with even no. of chiral center total no. of stereoisomer
$=2^{n-1}+2^{\frac{n}{2}-1}$
where n = no. of chiral centers