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Select the step that comes first in nucleophilic addition that is performed under acidic conditions.Select answer from the options belowThe carbonyl group is protonated by the acid.The anionic intermediate is protonated upon treatment with a mild proton source.The nucleophile attacks the protonated carbonyl group.

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Select the step that comes first in nucleophilic addition that is performed under acidic conditions.Select answer from the options belowThe carbonyl group is protonated by the acid.The anionic intermediate is protonated upon treatment with a mild proton source.The nucleophile attacks the protonated carbonyl group.

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The step that comes first in nucleophilic addition that is performed under acidic conditions is "The carbonyl group is protonated by the acid."

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