Question

Considering the following reaction sequence, the correct statement(s) is(are)

• A. Compounds $P$ and $Q$ are carboxylic acids.
• B. Compound $S$ decolorizes bromine water.
• C. Compounds $P$ and $S$ react with hydroxylamine to give the corresponding oximes.
• D. Compound $R$ reacts with dialkylcadmium to give the corresponding tertiary alcohol.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Compounds $P$ and $Q$ are carboxylic acids.

Answer 2

The correct options are (A) and (C).