Which of the Following Statements Is Not True in Relation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true in relation to the hydrolysis of esters?

A) Hydrolysis of esters under acid conditions requires only a catalytic amount of a strong acid
B) Hydrolysis of esters under basic conditions requires a stoichiometric amount of hydroxide
C) Under acidic conditions for hydrolysis of esters protonation of the ester increases its electrophilicity
D) Under basic conditions for hydrolysis of esters deprotonation of the ester increases its nucleophilicity