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An alkane (X) with its molecular formula \[{{C}_{6}}{{H}_{14}}\] can be obtained by reduction of only two isomeric alky1 chlorides (excluding stereoisomers) \[{{C}_{6}}{{H}_{13}}Cl\] with Zn acid. The alkyi chlorides are

A) 2-chloro-4-methyl pentane and 3-chloro-2-methyl pentane

B) 3, 3-dimethyl-1-chlorobutane and 2, 2-dimethyl-3- chlorobutane

C) 2, 3-dimethyl-1-chlorobutane and 2-chloro-2, 3-dimethyl butane

D) 2-chlorohexane and 3-chlorohexane

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

[c]