Q. The correct IUPAC name of the acid

A) Z-3-ethyl-4-methyl hex-3-en-1-oic acid
B) Z-3-ethyl-4-methyl hexanoic acid
C) Z-3, 4-diethylpent-3-en-1-oic acid
D) E-3-ethyl-4-methylhex-4-en-1-oic acid
Explanation

(c)
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[The configuration of this compound is $E$ because bulkier groups are present at opposite of the double bond.]

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