Question

The product B formed in the following reaction sequence is: \[ {C}_6{H}_5{CN} \xrightarrow{{HCl}} (A) \xrightarrow{{AgCN}} (B) \]

• A.

  

• B.

  

• C.

  

• D.

  

Hint:

For nucleophilic substitution reactions, always identify the intermediate and use the correct reagents for further transformations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

This reaction sequence involves nucleophilic substitution. The first reaction produces an intermediate which undergoes further substitution with AgCN to form the product.