When C₄H₈ is treated with water and H₂SO₄, a tertiary alcohol is produced. Which of the following structures could represent C₄H₈ in this reaction?

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The given compound is a long chain hydrocarbon with multiple sulfurs (S) and a single oxygen (O) atom. When it reacts with water and H₂SO₄, it undergoes a hydration reaction followed by a substitution reaction, resulting in the formation of a tertiary alcohol. Option A and B both contain double bonds, making their addition with water unlikely. Option D has too many sulfurs and carbons to be the given compound. Option E is incorrect as a correct answer does exist. Option C contains the correct number of carbons, sulfurs, and oxygen and no double bonds, making it the best choice for the starting compound in this reaction.

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