Q.
The compound (X) is
A) $CH_{3} - COOH$
B) $BrCH_{2} - COOH$
C) $\left( CH_{3}CO \right)_{2}O$
D) $CHO - COOH$
Explanation
(c)
This reaction is an example of Perkin’s reaction because in it $\alpha,\beta$-unsaturated acid is obtained with aromatic aldehydes.
Therefore, (X) is acetic anhydride $i.e.,\left( CH_{3}CO_{2} \right)O.$
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