The major product(s),A,of the following reaction, would be:
A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV

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The major product(s),A,of the following reaction,  would be:
A)I 
B)II 
C)III 
D)IV

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The reaction involves the hydrolysis of an ester in the presence of an acid catalyst (H2SO4). The products obtained are carboxylic acid (IV) and alcohol (II). The anion in the carboxylic acid (IV) can be stabilized by resonance, which makes it a more stable product. Therefore, (IV) is expected to be the major product.

The Major Product(s),A,of the Following Reaction, Would Be