Name the following compound.

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The compound has 5 carbon atoms in its chain, and there are two methyl groups present at positions 2 and 3 of the chain. Therefore, the correct name is 2,3-dimethylpentane. Choice A) is incorrect because it refers to a compound with a longer chain (6 carbons) and two methyl groups at different positions. Choice B) is incorrect because it refers to a compound with a straight chain of seven carbons. Choices D) and E) are incorrect because they refer to compounds with a shorter chain of five carbons and different positions of methyl groups.

Name the Following Compound