Which Cannot Be Used in a Claisen Condensation

question 147

Multiple Choice

Which cannot be used in a Claisen condensation?

• A) two esters, both without alpha hydrogens
• B) one ester with an alpha hydrogen and one ester without an alpha hydrogen
• C) two esters, both with alpha hydrogens
• D) all of these
• E) none of these

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