Which of the Following Types of Compounds Is a Good

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of compounds is a good candidate for decarboxylation?

• A)carboxylic acid
• B)ketone
• C)b-keto carboxylic acid
• D)a-keto carboxylic acid

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