Show how to synthesize the following compound  using either the malonic ester synthesis or the acetoacetic ester synthesis. Q.) 3-Ethyl-2-pentanone

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Show how to synthesize the following compound  using either the malonic ester synthesis or the acetoacetic ester synthesis.

Q.) 3-Ethyl-2-pentanone

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