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What is correct IUPAC name of the given compound ?

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Solution:

The longest chain has 7 carbons. Locants {2,2,4,5} from the t-butyl end beat {3,4,6,6} from the other end.

Alphabetical order: ethyl, methyl.

Name: 4-ethyl-2,2,5-trimethylheptane.

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