If the enolate ion combines with the carbonyl group of an ester, we get
A. enol
B. `alpha-beta`-unsaturated ester
C. `beta`-ketoaldehyde
D. Acid.

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Correct Answer - C
Infact either `beta`-keto aldehyde or `beta`-diketo can be formed. Since `beta`-diketone is not induced in the option therefore, `beta`- ketoaldehyde is the right option.

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