In the given reaction: the product P is:

In the given reaction:
the product P is:
A -
B -
C -
D -

Explanation

Protonated alkene alkylates benzene.

Detailed Solution


Cyclohexene $\xrightarrow{H^+ (HF)}$ cyclohexyl carbocation
Benzene + cyclohexyl carbocation $\xrightarrow{ESR\ (alkylation)}$ cyclohexylbenzene (Friedel–Crafts reaction)
So P is cyclohexylbenzene.

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