MCQ
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion $A$ and the other is labelled as Reason $R$

Assertion $A$ : Aniline on nitration yields ortho, meta and para nitro derivatives of aniline.

Reason $R$: Nitrating mixture is a strong acidic mixture.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

  • Both $A$ and $R$ are true and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A$
  • B
    Both $A$ and $R$ are true but $R$ is $NOT$ the correct explanation of $A$
  • C
    $A$ is true but $R$ is false.
  • D
    $A$ is false but $R$ is true.

Answer

Correct option: A.
Both $A$ and $R$ are true and $R$ is the correct explanation of $A$
a
Due to formation of anilinium ion in acidic medium meta product is also obtained in significant amount.

Need a full question paper?

Generate a complete, print-ready paper with questions like this in minutes — across 16+ boards, with answer keys.

Start Generating Free