Which of the following compounds is an example of an ester?

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Which of the following compounds is an example of an ester?
  1. Ethyl acetate
  2. Butan-1-ol
  3. Acetic acid
  4. Propanoic acid

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Q: Which of the following compounds is an example of an ester?
Solution: Ethyl acetate is formed from the reaction of ethanol and acetic acid, making it an ester. The other options are either alcohols or acids.
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