Which Is the Main Product from the Reaction of (S)-2-Methylpentanal

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which is the main product from the reaction of (S) -2-methylpentanal with an aqueous base?

• A) I
• B) II
• C) III
• D) IV

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Molecular Structure

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Mutation

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