Crossed or mixed aldol condensations are practical

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a. "Crossed" or "mixed" aldol condensations are practical for synthesis, if one of the aldehydes (or ketones) has no alpha-hydrogen atoms. Explain.

b. In the aldol condensation, why might it be essential that the benzaldehyde contain no benzoic acid?

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