The numbers of primary (1°), secondary (2°), tertiary (3°), and quaternary (4°) carbon atoms in neopentane are, respectively:

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Correct Answer: A) 4, 0, 0, 1

Concept Explanation

Neopentane has four methyl carbons attached to one carbon each, so they are primary, while the central carbon is attached to four carbons and is quaternary.

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