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Which of the following stamen is incorrect about Claisen condensation?

A. The product is a β-keto ester which resists deprotonation by the strong base in the reaction mixture
B. The reaction involves the condensation of two esters in the presence of strong base
C. A strong base is required to remove H+ from an α-H position in one of the starting esters
D. A strong base is required to remove H+ from an α-H position in one of the starting esters
Answer» B. The reaction involves the condensation of two esters in the presence of strong base


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