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Consider the Information Given Below and Identify the Structure of the Unknown

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Consider the information given below and identify the structure of the unknown compound A, with a molecular formula of C8H14. Compound A reacts with Br2/CCl4. Upon reaction of A with excess H2/Ni, 1-ethyl-2-methylcyclopentane is produced. Subjecting A to ozonolysis, the product shown below is produced as the major organic product. Draw the correct structure of compound A, and provide a brief and clear explanation relating the data provided with the structure selected. Consider the information given below and identify the structure of the unknown compound A, with a molecular formula of C<sub>8</sub>H<sub>14</sub>. Compound A reacts with Br<sub>2</sub>/CCl<sub>4</sub>. Upon reaction of A with excess H<sub>2</sub>/Ni, 1-ethyl-2-methylcyclopentane is produced. Subjecting A to ozonolysis, the product shown below is produced as the major organic product. Draw the correct structure of compound A, and provide a brief and clear explanation relating the data provided with the structure selected.

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A must be 3-ethyl-4-...

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