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The common name of propanedioic acid is

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To remember the sequence of common names for dicarboxylic acids, use the mnemonic: Oh My Such Good Apple Pie (Oxalic, Malonic, Succinic, Glutaric, Adipic, Pimelic).

Updated On: Apr 19, 2026

Saccharic acid
Adipic acid
Malic acid
Glutaric acid
Malonic acid

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The Correct Option is

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