Name the following aromatic compound.

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The compound has two ethyl groups attached to the benzene ring, which means they are in a 1,3 position. Therefore, the correct name for this compound is 1,3-diethylbenzene. Option A is incorrect because the ethyl groups are not in a 1,5 position. Option B is incorrect as it implies that the ethyl groups are located in a para position which is not the case. Option C is incorrect as it implies that the ethyl groups are located in an ortho position which is also not the case.

Name the Following Aromatic Compound