Question: Compounds A and B are isomers of molecular formula C9H19Br. Both yield the same alkene C as the exclusive product of elimination on being treated

Compounds A and B are isomers of molecular formula C9H19Br. Both yield the same alkene C as the exclusive product of elimination on being treated with potassium tert-butoxide in dimethyl sulfoxide. Hydrogenation of alkene C gives 2, 3, 3, 4-tetramethylpentane. What are the structures of compounds A and B and alkene C?

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