How Can I Solve Organic Chemistry Synthesis Problems?

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The discussion focuses on solving organic chemistry synthesis problems, specifically the conversion of methylcyclohexane to 1-methyl,2-bromo-cyclohexane through bromination at the ortho position relative to the methyl group. The user expresses difficulty in determining the starting point for this synthesis. Additional problems were mentioned but not detailed in the forum post. The user acknowledges posting in the wrong forum, indicating a need for clarity in topic relevance.

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I've been staring at these for a while now and I can't seem to get them. I would really appreciate anyone's help with these.

1. Methylcyclohexane -> 1-methyl,2-bromo-cyclohexane (bromine added to ortho carbon in respect to the methyl group). The main problem here is that I don't know where to start!

2, 3. The rest are on the attachment.

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