What is the best way to perform the transformation shown below?

A) 1. NaCN 2. H₃O⁺
B) 1.Mg 2. CO 3. H₃O⁺
C) concentrated KMnO₄
D) Both A and B would work

Absorption of what type of electromagnetic radiation results in transitions among allowed rotational motions?

A) X-rays
B) radio waves
C) microwaves
D) ultraviolet light
E) infrared light

Phthalic acid produces what acid derivative upon heating?

A) an ester
B) a carboxylate
C) an acid chloride
D) an anhydride
E) an amide

Geranial is shown below. How many isoprene units can be found in this compound?

A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
E) 5

Which of the following reagents will quantitatively convert an enolizable ketone to its enolate salt?

A) lithium hydroxide
B) lithium diisopropylamide
C) methyllithium
D) diethylamine
E) pyridine