Why Would the Following Reaction Sequence Not Produce the Expected

question 168

Multiple Choice

Why would the following reaction sequence not produce the expected product shown?

• A) NaNH₂ is used in the reduction of alkynes to trans alkenes.
• B) The secondary alkyl halide would undergo an elimination reaction.
• C) Br is not a good enough leaving group.
• D) The terminal alkyne is not acidic enough to be deprotonated.
• E) The reaction sequence is correct and will produce the shown product.

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