In Addition to a Carboxylate Group, Mevalonate Contains Two Hydroxyl

question 24

Multiple Choice

In addition to a carboxylate group, mevalonate contains two hydroxyl groups. Which of the following is true of these groups?

• A) They are both primary.
• B) One is primary and one is secondary.
• C) One is primary and one is tertiary.
• D) They are both secondary.

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