Q66 / 180 · NEET 2013 (All India) · Chemistry

The order of stability of the following tatutomeric compound is Figure

  • A
    I $>$ II $>$ III
  • Correct answer
    B
    III $>$ II $>$ I
  • C
    II $>$ I $>$ III
  • D
    II $>$ III $>$ I

Solution

The rolls of $\beta$-dicarbonyl compounds are more stable because of conjugation and intramolecular $\mathrm{H}$-bonding. Thus, the order of Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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