The reaction of $CH_3CO_2C_2H_5$ with sodium ethoxide and ethanol gives product $X$. Heating $X$ in the presence of an acid gives $Y$. What is $Y$?

  • A
    $CH_3COCH_2COOH$
  • B
    $CH_3COCH_3$
  • C
    Cyclobutanone derivative
  • D
    Ketene acetal derivative

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