How many different compounds are there which correspond to the general name "3-(1-methylbutyl)cyclobutanol"?
A)2
B)4
C)6
D)8
E)None of these choices.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There are two stereocenters in the molecule, represented by the starred atoms:

```
         H
         |
         C
        / \
*--C--C   C--H
        \ /
         C
         |
         H
```

For each stereocenter, there are two possible configurations (R or S), so there are a total of 2 × 2 = 4 possible stereoisomers.

How Many Different Compounds Are There Which Correspond to the General