When p-aminophenol reacts with one molar equivalent of acetic anhydride, a compound acetaminophen (A, C8H9NO2) is formed

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When p-aminophenol reacts with one molar equivalent of acetic anhydride, a compound acetaminophen (A, C8H9NO2) is formed that dissolves in dilute NaOH. When A is treated with one equivalent of NaOH fol-lowed by ethyl iodide, an ethyl ether B is formed. What is the structure of acetaminophen? Explain your reasoning.
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