Regioselectivity is not usually observed in benzyne mechanisms. However, why does the reaction shown produce a highly regioselective product?

• A. A highly regioselective product is produced because of the presence of an electron-donating group.
• B. A highly regioselective product is produced because of the presence of an electron-withdrawing group.
• C. A highly regioselective product is produced because of the presence of a good leaving group.
• D. A highly regioselective product is produced because of the presence of a bad leaving group.

Answer: (A)