Which of the Following Best Describes the Key Mechanistic Steps

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the key mechanistic steps in the reaction of an acid chloride and an alcohol to form an ester?

• A) elimination followed by addition
• B) addition followed by decarboxylation
• C) addition followed by elimination
• D) substitution followed by addition

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