Propose mechanisms for the formation of ion fragments m/z 97, 83, 69 and 55 in the mass spectrum of (CH3)2CCHC(O)C(CH3)2CHCH2 and explain in detail why this compound cannot undergo McLafferty rearrangement.

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Propose mechanisms for the formation of ion fragments m/z 97, 83, 69 and 55 in the mass spectrum of (CH3)2CCHC(O)C(CH3)2CHCH2 and explain in detail why this compound cannot undergo McLafferty rearrangement.

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