Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown.
A) It is impossible to predict; it must be determined experimentally.
B) Because both asymmetric centers are R, the compound is dextrorotatory.
C) Because both asymmetric centers are S, the compound is levorotatory.
D) Zero; the compound is achiral.
E) Because this compound represents a racemic mixture, the compound is dextrorotatory.

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Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown. 
A) It is impossible to predict; it must be determined experimentally. 
B) Because both asymmetric centers are R, the compound is dextrorotatory. 
C) Because both asymmetric centers are S, the compound is levorotatory. 
D) Zero; the compound is achiral. 
E) Because this compound represents a racemic mixture, the compound is dextrorotatory.

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The Answer of Predict the specific rotation of the compound shown. 
A) It is impossible to predict; it must be determined experimentally. 
B) Because both asymmetric centers are R, the compound is dextrorotatory. 
C) Because both asymmetric centers are S, the compound is levorotatory. 
D) Zero; the compound is achiral. 
E) Because this compound represents a racemic mixture, the compound is dextrorotatory.

Predict the Specific Rotation of the Compound Shown