(a)
Interpretation: Alkyl bromide used in the acetoacetic ester synthesis of each methyl
Concept introduction: Acetoacetic ester synthesis is used to prepare methyl ketone of the desired length. The acetoacetic ester is reacted with an alkoxide base which removes a
(b)
Interpretation: Alkyl bromide used in the acetoacetic ester synthesis of each methyl ketone is to be stated.
Concept introduction: Acetoacetic ester synthesis is used to prepare methyl ketone of the desired length. The acetoacetic ester is reacted with an alkoxide base which removes a
(c)
Interpretation: Alkyl bromide used in the acetoacetic ester synthesis of each methyl ketone has to be stated.
Concept introduction: Acetoacetic ester synthesis is used to prepare methyl ketone of the desired length. The acetoacetic ester is reacted with an alkoxide base which removes a
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