Multiple Choice
In the addition reaction of HI to 2-methyl-2-butene, what is the first step?
A) attack of 2-methyl-2-butene initiated by an iodide ion
B) attack of 2-methyl-2-butene initiated by an iodine atom
C) isomerization of 2-iodo-2-methylbutene
D) formation of a carbocation at carbon two (C-2)
E) formation of carbocation at carbon three (C-3)
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