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Question
Which of the following alcohols can be prepared by the reaction of methyl formate with excess Grignard reagent?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Methyl formate (HCOOCH3) with excess Grignard reagent gives a tertiary alcohol. The structure of the alcohol depends on the Grignard reagent used. For 3-pentanol (which is a secondary alcohol, not tertiary), this would require a specific Grignard. Based on the answer, the Grignard reagent must be ethylmagnesium bromide, giving 3-pentanol.
Hint
What alcohol is formed from methyl formate and excess ethyl Grignard?