The reaction of methyltrichloroacetate (Cl3CCO2Me) with sodium methoxide (NaOMe) generates
carbocation
carbene
carbanion
carbon radical
Identify the correct method for the synthesis of the compound shown below from the following alternatives.
What is the end product for the reaction?
C.
The end product of the reaction is:
On Friedal Crafts acetylation, anisol yields
2-methoxyacetophenone
4-methoxyacetophenone
Both (a) and (b)
None of the above