JEE Main Chemistry question

What is the proper sequence of reagents in Hofmann's (bromamide) degradation reaction?

(A), KOH, Correct
(B)KOH, ,
(C), KOH,
(D)KOH, ,

Answer: (A)

Solution

The amide is first -brominated by (in base), then the resulting -bromoamide is treated with further KOH to trigger the rearrangement (loss of bromide, nitrene

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Question ID VK-150468