Exhibit 22-5 Consider the Reaction Sequence Below to Answer the Following Question(s)

question 6

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 22-5
Consider the reaction sequence below to answer the following question(s) :
-Refer to Exhibit 22-5.The starting material A in this reaction sequence is called _____.

• A)a β-keto ester
• B)an α-carboethoxy ketone
• C)a malonic ester
• D)an acetoacetic ester

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