The Correct IUPAC Name for the Following Molecule Is

question 40

Multiple Choice

The correct IUPAC name for the following molecule is:

• A) 6-ethyl-3,4,-dimethylheptane
• B) 2-ethyl-4,5-dimethylheptane
• C) 3,4,6-trimethyloctane
• D) 3,5,6-trimethyloctane
• E) none of these

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