Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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Chapter 3 - Structure and Stereochemistry of Alkanes - Problems - Page 94: Problem 3-4 a

Answer

The IUPAC name of the compound is 2-Methylbutane

Work Step by Step

Look for the longest chain and number it. Also assign the lowest possible locant/number to the substituent. The longest chain in this compound has 4 Carbon atoms and the substituent (Methyl group) is attached to the second carbon on the main chain/parent chain.
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