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The reaction involving condensation of acetic anhydride with an aromatic aldehyde by a carboxylate ion is an example of

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Aldol condensation

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Benzoin condensation

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Perkin's reaction

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Wurtz reaction

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Solution

The correct option is C Perkin's reaction
The Perkin reaction gives an alpha, beta-unsaturated aromatic acid via the aldol condensation of an aromatic aldehyde and an acid anhydride. The alkali salt of the acid is also present. This alkali salt acts as a base catalyst.

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