Which of these compounds cannot self-condense in the presence of dilute aqueous alkali?
A)3-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanal
B)2-Methyl-3-pentanone
C)2-(4-Nitrophenyl)propanal
D)3-(4-Nitrophenyl)-2-butanone
E)All of these compounds can self-condense.

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All of these compounds have an alpha hydrogen and can self-condense in the presence of dilute aqueous alkali.

Which of These Compounds Cannot Self-Condense in the Presence of Dilute