compare the stabilities of the fallowing...

compare the stabilities of the fallowing two compounds (A) and( B)
A: cis:-1-ethyl-3-methyl cyclohexane B: trans -1-ethyl -3-methyl cyclohexane

A

A is more stable

B

B is more stable

C

A and B are of equal stability

D

no comparison can be made

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The correct Answer is:

A

Stabilities, staggered conformation of ethane has the lowest potential energy.

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