Intermediates and transition states

[Diana_OToole_1F]

On page 85 in the diagrams of the transition states, I noticed that where H attaches to C in the intermediate it is written as CH₂. It's also written that way in step 2 as the product. But on the previous page that part of the intermediate is written as CH-H (bond is a vertical line). I was wondering if it matters when drawing transition states whether or not we write CH₂ or CH-H or if both will be accepted?

[Brianna Wummer 2L]

Hi there! I think either notation is fine, as long as they are written correctly. Hope that helps!