Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321768418
ISBN 13: 978-0-32176-841-4

Chapter 8 - Reactions of Alkenes - Study Problems - Page 386: 8-46 b

Answer

The product can be synthesized by using NBS, then water and heat.

Work Step by Step

1,2-dimethylcyclohexene has to be converted into product in 8-46 a using NBS and then from there the desired product can be synthesized using water and heat. This happens under $S_N1$ conditions. KOH cannot be used because then E2 reaction will happen.
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