Based on a knowledge of the stability of the conformers of cyclohexane, which of the following statements is true about the isomers of 1,2-dimethylcyclohexane?

A) The cis-isomer will have two equatorial methyl substituents in its most stable conformation.
B) The trans-isomer will have two axial methyl substituents in its most stable conformation.
C) The trans-isomer will have two equatorial methyl substituents in its most stable conformation.
D) The cis-and trans-isomers are equally stable.


C

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