Which one of the following is a correct structure for $\alpha$-maltose?

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The correct structure for F1F1F1S1F1F1F10-maltose is a branched structure with one α(1→6) linkage and ten α(1→4) linkages. Option II shows this structure. Option I has only α(1→4) linkages, Option III has an α(1→3) linkage, and Option IV has an α(1→2) linkage, which are not present in the given structure. Therefore, Option II (B) is the correct structure.

Which One of the Following Is a Correct Structure For \alpha