What is the IUPAC name of propyl tert-butyl ketone?
A) 4-octanone
B) 2-methyl-4-heptanone
C) 3-methyl-4-heptanone
D) 2,2-dimethyl-3-hexanone

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The prefix "propyl" indicates a 3-carbon chain, while "tert-butyl" indicates a branching at the second carbon. The suffix "ketone" indicates a carbonyl group on the second carbon. Therefore, the correct IUPAC name is 2,2-dimethyl-3-hexanone. Answer choices A, B, and C do not match the structure of the given compound.

What Is the IUPAC Name of Propyl Tert-Butyl Ketone