write a mechanism for the Friedel-Crafts reaction of anisole with acetic anhydride to produce what you believe is the major isomer of methoxyacetophenone. Be sure to show all structures of reactants, products and intermediates as well as the movement of electrons in each step.

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write a mechanism for the Friedel-Crafts reaction of anisole with acetic anhydride to produce what you believe is the major isomer of methoxyacetophenone. Be sure to show all structures of reactants, products and intermediates as well as the movement of electrons in each step.  

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