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How many carbon atoms are in 6,6-dimethylspiro[3.5]nonane?

  1. A10
  2. B12
  3. C11
  4. D9

Answer: C

The parent spiro[3.5]nonane has 3 + 5 + 1 = 9 ring carbons. Two methyl substituents add 2 carbons: 9 + 2 = 11.
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