The ¹H NMR spectrum of a compound with formula C₇H₁₄O gives a doublet at 9.2 ppm.Which of these structures is a possible one for this compound? A)2-Methyl-3-hexanone B)2-Methylhexanal C)2,2-Dimethylpentanal D)2,2-Dimethyl-3-pentanone E)Two of these choices.

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The doublet at 9.2 ppm in the ¹H NMR spectrum indicates the presence of an aldehyde proton, which is typically found in aldehydes. Among the given options, 2-Methylhexanal (B) is the only aldehyde, making it the correct choice.

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The ¹H NMR Spectrum of a Compound with Formula C₇H₁₄O