Which of these carbocations is generated as an intermediate in the following reaction?
D) none of the above

Question

Which of these carbocations is generated as an intermediate in the following reaction? 
D) none of the above

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The reaction involves protonation of the alcohol followed by loss of water to generate a carbocation intermediate. The structure of the carbocation intermediate can be determined by identifying the location of the positive charge. In this case, the positive charge is located on the tertiary carbon, which is formed in option C.

Which of These Carbocations Is Generated as an Intermediate in the Following