Aryl Halides and Phenols - Result Question 21

24. The major product(s) of the following reaction is/are

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(a) P

(b) Q

(c) R

(d) S

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 24. (b)

Solution:

PLAN: $-OH$ group is activating group and iso- and $p$-directing.

Also, $-\mathrm{SO}_3 \mathrm{H}$ is a better leaving group and is knocked out by $\mathrm{Br}^{-}$.