Parent chain is pentane with 4 methyl groups at C2, C2, C4 and C4
Write the IUPAC name for the compound below. Be sure to use correct punctuation.
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Accepted names for branched alkyl groups are isopropyl isobutyl, sec-butyl, and tert-butyl.
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The IUPAC name is _______________.
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