What is the cyclic product formed in the intramolecular Aldol condensation when the following compound is treated with aqueous NaOH?

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The compound shown has two carbonyl groups that can undergo intramolecular Aldol condensation in the presence of aqueous NaOH. The reaction will result in the formation of a cyclic product. To determine the product, we need to identify the carbonyl groups that will be involved in the reaction.

In this case, the carbonyl group in the leftmost part of the molecule will undergo attack by the enolate formed from the carbonyl group in the rightmost part of the molecule. The resulting product will be a six-membered ring with an alkene and an alcohol functional group.

Looking at the choices given, only product III matches this description. Therefore, the correct answer is C) III.

What Is the Cyclic Product Formed in the Intramolecular Aldol