Question:
Assertion (A): Among isomeric pentanes, 2, 2-dimethylpentane has the highest
boiling point.
Reason (R): Branching does not affect the boiling point.
(i) Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
(ii) Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.
(iii) Both A and R are not correct.
(iv) A is not correct but R is correct.
Solution:
Option (iii) Both A and R are not correct is correct.