Which of the following sets of reagents would convert benzyl bromide to phenylethanoic acid?
E) both B and D

Question

Which of the following sets of reagents would convert benzyl bromide to phenylethanoic acid? 
E) both B and D

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Both choices B and D involve the use of Grignard reagents to add a carboxylic acid group onto the benzene ring, ultimately converting benzyl bromide to phenylethanoic acid. Both choices also include the use of a hydrolysis step to convert the intermediate compound to the final product. Choice E is therefore the best answer.

Which of the Following Sets of Reagents Would Convert Benzyl