Please help, Which molecule is shown below

Option B. 3–methylheptane.

Explanation:

To obtain the name of the compound given in the question above, we must

1. Determine the functional group of the compound.

2. Locate the longest continuous carbon chain. This gives the parent name of the compound.

3. Identify the substituent groups attached.

4. Locate the position of the substituent group attached by giving it the lowest possible count.

5. Combine the above to obtain the name.

Now let us name the compound given in the question above.

1. The compound is an alkane since it contains only single bond.

2. The longest continuous carbon chain is 7. Hence the parent name I the compound is heptane.

3. The substituent group attached is

—CH3 i.e methyl.

4. The substituent group attached is at carbon 3.

5. Therefore, the name of the compound is:

3–methylheptane.