Identify the major product obtained in the following reaction.
Chlorobenzene $\xrightarrow[\text{Anhydrous } FeCl_3]{Cl_2}$ major product

  • A
    $1,2-$Dichlorobenzene
  • B
    $1,3-$Dichlorobenzene
  • C
    $1,4-$Dichlorocyclohexane
  • D
    $1,4-$Dichlorobenzene

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