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Question
What type of reaction occurs when a Grignard reagent adds to a ketone, followed by acidic workup?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Ketone + RMgX → tertiary alcohol after workup (R₂C(OH)R). Formaldehyde gives primary alcohols; other aldehydes give secondary alcohols.
Hint
Ketone → tertiary alcohol.