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The number of sigma and pi bonds in buta-1,3-diene, , is respectively:

  1. A9 and 2
  2. B7 and 3
  3. C11 and 2
  4. D9 and 4

Answer: A

Three C-C sigma bonds plus six C-H sigma bonds give 9 sigma bonds. Each of the two double bonds contributes one pi bond, so there are 2 pi bonds.
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