propose-a-method-for-producing-the-following-ketone-from-the-given-carboxylic-ac

Question

Propose a method for producing the following ketone from the given carboxylic acid using any additional reagents.

Accepted Answer

Reaction scheme showing cyclopentanecarboxylic acid to methyl cyclopentyl ketone using CH3Li.

Answer

Reaction scheme converting cyclopentanecarboxylic acid to methyl cyclopentyl ketone using Br2 and Mg.

Answer

Reaction scheme showing cyclopentanecarboxylic acid to methyl cyclopentyl ketone using CH3Li and NaOH.

Answer

Reaction scheme converting cyclopentanecarboxylic acid to methyl cyclopentyl ketone using Br2, H2O, and Mg.