Why would the following reaction sequence not produce the expected product shown? 
A) NaNH2 is used in the reduction of alkynes to trans alkenes.
B) The secondary alkylhalide would undergo an elimination reaction.
C) Br is not a good enough leaving group.
D) The terminal alkyne is not acidic enough to be deprotonated.
E) The reaction sequence is correct and will produce the shown product.
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