For each of the questions only ONE of the lettered responses (A-D) is correct.

Select the correct response in each case and mark its code letter by connecting the dots as illustrated on the answer sheet.

1 Which one of the following statements is untrue regarding methyl 3-nitrobenzoate?

A It may be prepared by the nitration of methyl benzoate.

B It may be prepared by a reaction involving electrophilic substitution.

C It is isomeric with methyl 2-nitrobenzoate.

D Its preparation must be carried out above 100^oC.

# In which one of the following substances is the carbon-carbon bond the shortest?

A ethane

B ethene

C benzene

D polythene