Compound X Can Be Synthesized Via a Ring-Closing Metathesis Reaction

question 3

Multiple Choice

Compound X can be synthesized via a ring-closing metathesis reaction when treated with a Grubbs' catalyst. What is a possible structure of the starting material for this reaction?

• A) I
• B) II
• C) III
• D) IV

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