What is the cruved arrow mechanism for the reaction of p-bromo benzaldehyde treated with bromine/FeBr3. Include all resonance forms for the formation of the major product as well as the number of different carbons on the final product. Thank you for the help!

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Section23.3: Dehydration Of Aldol Products: Synthesis Of Enones
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What is the cruved arrow mechanism for the reaction of p-bromo benzaldehyde treated with bromine/FeBr3. Include all resonance forms for the formation of the major product as well as the number of different carbons on the final product. Thank you for the help!

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