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$\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{CO}_2 \mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5$ on reaction with sodium ethoxide in ethanol gives $A$, which on heating in the presence of acid gives $B$. Compound $B$ is
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersAIIMSAIIMS 2005
Options:
  • A $\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{COCH}_2 \mathrm{COOH}$
  • B $\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{COCH}_3$
  • C
  • D
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The correct answer is:
$$
\text { Claisen condensation : }
$$

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