What is the primary product of the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst?

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What is the primary product of the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst?
  1. Aldehyde
  2. Ester
  3. Ketone
  4. Amide

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Q: What is the primary product of the reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst?
Solution: The reaction between a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of an acid catalyst produces an ester.
Steps: 5

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