Which of the following would afford a synthesis of the following compound?
A)I
B)II
C)III
D)IV
E)None of these choices.

Question

Which of the following would afford a synthesis of the following compound?  
A)I 
B)II 
C)III 
D)IV 
E)None of these choices.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Only reaction III has the necessary reactants (an alkyne and hydrogen) to form the given compound. The product of reaction I is an alkene, the product of reaction II has an additional carbon atom, and the product of reaction IV has a different functional group (an alcohol).

Which of the Following Would Afford a Synthesis of the Following