Question:

The IUPAC name for the formula \[ CH_3 - C( CH_3 ) = C( H ) - COOH \] is

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Always give highest priority group (COOH) the lowest number.
Updated On: Apr 15, 2026
  • 2-methyl 2-butanoic acid
  • 3-methyl 3-butanoic acid
  • 3-methyl-2-butanoic acid
  • 2-methyl-3-butanoic acid
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Numbering starts from COOH group.

Step 1:
Identify chain.
Longest chain including COOH → 4 carbons (butanoic acid).

Step 2:
Numbering.
\[ COOH = C1 \Rightarrow \text{double bond at C2} \]

Step 3:
Substituent.
Methyl at C3. \[ \Rightarrow 3\text{-methyl-2-butanoic acid} \]
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