$p-$Nitrotoluene on further nitration gives :

  • A
    $2,4-$Dinitrotoluene
    Option A
  • B
    $2,6-$Dinitrotoluene
    Option B
  • C
    $3,4-$Dinitrotoluene
    Option C
  • D
    $2,3-$Dinitrotoluene
    Option D

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