Why Would the Following Reaction Sequence Not Produce the Expected

question 8

Multiple Choice

Why would the following reaction sequence not produce the expected product shown?

• A)NaNH₂ is used in the reduction of alkynes to trans alkenes.
• B)The secondary alkylhalide would undergo an elimination reaction.
• C)Br is not a good enough leaving group.
• D)The terminal alkyne is not acidic enough to be deprotonated.
• E)The reaction sequence is correct and will produce the shown product.

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