The name of the given compound is

hexanoic acid

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hexan-2-one

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hex-2-en-one

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Solution

The correct option is B hexan-2-one
The above compound has all single C-C bonds and a ketone group. The primary suffix for alkanes is “ane”. The secondary suffix for ketones is “one”. Carbon containing ketone is given more preference and hence has the least number. The name of the compound is hexan-2-one.

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