The functional derivative of carboxylic acid present in the structure is:
$C H_{3} C H_{2} - O ∥ C O - C H_{3}$

amide

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ester

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both A and B

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none of these

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Solution

The correct option is A ester
The functional derivative of the carboxylic acid is an ester. Ester has a similar formula as that of acid but instead of a hydroxyl group on one side of carbonyl carbon, there is a presence of alkoxy group.

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