Alkene Nomenclature: Question 1 - Genius Attempt!

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The discussion centers on alkene nomenclature, specifically using the E,Z naming scheme. The user presented a self-created problem involving a compound initially named 6-butyl-5,7-diethyl-3-methylundecane, which includes a double bond. The proposed name for the alkene is (5E)-6-butyl-5,7-diethyl-3-methyl-5-undecene. The user expresses uncertainty about the correctness of this nomenclature, although they believe it appears accurate.

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1. I made up this problem myself in order to practice. I stumped myself. I'm such a genius, I'm aware
It's basically alkene nomenclature with the E,Z naming scheme.2. Picture
See below. I've taken the liberty of already numbering the longest chain.

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Without the double bond, I know that the name of this compound would be 6-butyl-5,7-diethyl-3-methylundecane.

With the double bond, I think it might be (5E)-6-butyl-5,7-diethyl-3-methyl-5-undecene. Is this right? I'm not entirely sure.
 

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Looks correct to me
 

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