A correct name for the following compound would be which of those below?

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The correct name for the compound is 2,5-dimethylhexanal. This name accurately reflects the location of the two methyl groups (at positions 2 and 5) on the hexane backbone, as well as the presence of an aldehyde functional group at position 1. Option A incorrectly identifies the aldehyde group as a ketone, while option C uses the prefix "iso" in an inappropriate manner. Option D misidentifies the functional group altogether, as there is no ketone present in the molecule. Option E incorrectly designates the compound as a hydroxyketone, when in reality there is only an aldehyde.

A Correct Name for the Following Compound Would Be Which