(a)
Interpretation: The
Concept introduction: The Malonic ester synthesis is a method which is used to convert diethyl malonate into a carboxylic acid.
(b)
Interpretation: The alkyl halide which is needed to prepare given carboxylic acid using the malonic ester synthesis is to be predicted.
Concept introduction: The Malonic ester synthesis is a method which is used to convert diethyl malonate into a carboxylic acid.
(c)
Interpretation: The alkyl halide which is needed to prepare given carboxylic acid using the malonic ester synthesis is to be predicted.
Concept introduction: The Malonic ester synthesis is a method which is used to convert diethyl malonate into a carboxylic acid.
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