MHT CET · Chemistry · General Organic Chemistry
What is IUPAC name of the following compound?
- A 3-Carboxy-6-methylphenol
- B 5-Carboxy-2-methylphenol
- C 3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid
- D 4-methyl-5-hydroxybenzoic acid
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(C) 3-Hydroxy-4-methylbenzoic acid
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Carboxylic acid functional group will be given more priority than hydroxyl group \((-\mathrm{OH})\)
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