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Question
Benzaldehyde reacts with acetic anhydride in the presence of sodium acetate at 180°C to give :
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Benzaldehyde reacts with acetic anhydride in the presence of sodium acetate (Perkin reaction) to give cinnamic acid (β-phenylacrylic acid).
Hint
What is the product of Perkin reaction of benzaldehyde?