MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 3: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 3
3. If all prefixes were dropped, what would be the name of the parent root of this molecule?
- A. Propanoate
- B. Propanol
- C. Propanoic acid
- D. Propanoic anhydride
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The highest-priority functional group in this molecule is the carboxylic acid, so this will be a component of the backbone and provides the suffix of the molecule. This molecule is 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoic acid.