Consider the Synthesis Below: What Is Compound X

question 21

Multiple Choice

Consider the synthesis below: What is compound X?

• A) O=C(OEt)₂
• B) HCO₂Et
• C) EtO-CO-CO-OEt
• D) CH₃CO₂Et
• E) BrCH₂CO₂Et

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