Question

The maximum number of stereoisomers that could exist for the compound below ?

A. 6
B. 8
C. 10
D. 16

Answer 1

Correct Answer - c
When molecule is symmetrical and has even no. of chiral centres then total no. of isomers `" "underset(O.A.)"=2"^(n-1)underset(meso)+"2"^(n)//^(2-1)`
(O.A.-Optically active )