Can we use other alcohols as a solvent for synthesis of methyl benzoate by Fischer Esterification instead of using methanol?
a. Yes, we can because we have to add methanol anyway.
b. No, we cannot because the product will not be pure.
c. Yes, we can because other alcohols can be a good solvent.
d. No, we cannot because other alcohols cannot dissolve starting materials.
e. None of the above
Answer: b. No, we cannot because the product will not be pure.