What is the product $X$ in the following reaction?
$CH_3CHO + CH_2(COOH)_2 \xrightarrow{\Delta} X$

  • A
    $CH_3COOH$
  • B
    $C_2H_5COOH$
  • C
    $CH_3CH=CHCOOH$
  • D
    $HOOC-CH=CH-COOH$

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