KCET · Chemistry · Hydrocarbons
The products \( X \) and \( Z \) in the following reaction sequence are


- A Isopropylbenzene and acetone
- B Cumene peroxide and acetone
- C Isopropylbenzene and isopropyl alcohol
- D Phenol and acetone
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) Isopropylbenzene and acetone
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
The reaction involved is

(Cumene)


(Cumene)

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