Proposed Synthesis of Compound A

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Discussion

 

To make a Gilman reagent, add 2CH₃CH₂CH₃Li to CuI in ether to produce (CH₃CH₂CH₃)₂CuLi (p. 471 in Bruice). Add the 2-bromopropene in ether to the Gilman reagent to form the product.