Problem: Which of the following esters cannot undergo Claisen self-condensation?
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Claisen Self-condensation → requires an ester with beta H
Analyzing each molecule, the esters that doesn't have beta Hs are:
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Which of the following esters cannot undergo Claisen self-condensation?
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