The normal bond angle for an sp³-hybridized carbon is 109.5°. The normal C(sp³)-C(sp³) bond length is 1.54 Å. Provide a brief explanation as to why the molecule below deviates from the normal values.

• A. The molecule deviates from the normal values of bond length and angle because of electronegative groups.
• B. The molecule deviates from the normal values of bond length and angle because of low s-character.
• C. The molecule deviates from the normal values of bond length and angle because of steric bulk.
• D. The molecule deviates from the normal values of bond length and angle because of octet expansion.

Answer: (C)