Which of the following compounds does not exhibit positional isomerism?
Correct answer: C. Carboxylic acid
- A. Alkynes
- B. Nitroalkanes
- C. Carboxylic acid
- D. Alcohol
Explanation
In carboxylic acids position of functional group does not change therefore they do not show positional isomerism.
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