MCQ
Compare enolate $A$ with enolate $B$.

Which of the following statements is true ?

  • $A$ is more stable than $B$
  • B
    $A$ and $B$ have the same stability
  • C
    $B$ is more stable than $A$
  • D
    No comparison of stability can be made

Answer

Correct option: A.
$A$ is more stable than $B$
a
$(a)\, -M$ of two carbonyl group stabilize the carbanion.

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