MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 122: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 122

2. What would be the product(s) of the reaction below?

  • A.
  • B.
  • C.
  • D.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

This question asks for the products when ammonia reacts with acetic anhydride. Recall from the chapter that an amide and a carboxylic acid will be formed. However, the carboxylic acid—an acid—is in the same environment as ammonia—a base. The two will react, forming the ammonium carboxylate shown.

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