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Which statement is correct concerning the relative stabilities of the two conformations, A and B, below?
H₂C
H
O
A
Multiple Choice
O
H
CH₂
A is more stable.
B is more stable.
A and B are equal in stabilities.
CH₂
H
B
CH₂
A and B are not equal in stability, but the preferred conformation cannot be determined by inspection.
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