Question

which one of the given options would convert propylbenzene into (1-methoxypropyl)benzene:

• A. cumene with NBS and a radical initiator or light; followed by treatment with methoxide
• B. ethylbenzene with NBS and a radical initiator or light; followed by treatment with methoxide
• C. propylbenzene with NBS and a radical initiator or light; followed by treatment with methoxide
• D. A and C

Answer 1

The correct option is C

propylbenzene with NBS and a radical initiator or light; followed by treatment with methoxide

1. Brominate at the allyl/benzyl position

2. Treat the product from above with Sodium ethoxide in a suitable solvent to get the product