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Which of the following compounds are used to synthesize alkenes through the Wittig reaction?

A

Aldehydes

B

Ketones

C

Both (1) and (2)

D

Carboxylic acids

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C
Direct conversion of `C=O` of aldehydes and ketones into `C=C` using a phosphorane or phosphorus ylide is called a Writing reaction.
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