The ¹³C NMR Spectrum of a Compound with Formula C₇H₁₄O

question 167

Multiple Choice

The ¹³C NMR spectrum of a compound with formula C₇H₁₄O shows five signals. Which one of the following is a possible structure for this compound?

• A) 2-heptanone
• B) 3-heptanone
• C) 2,2-dimethyl-3-pentanone
• D) 2,4-dimethyl-3-pentanone
• E) none of these

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