JEE Main 2004ChemistryCarboxylic Acid DerivativesHardMCQ

JEE Main 2004Carboxylic Acid Derivatives Question with Solution

JEE Main 2004

Question

Which of the following undergoes reaction with sodium hydroxide solution to give the corresponding alcohol and acid?

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Correct answer
DBenzaldehyde

Step-by-step explanation

Benzaldehyde does not contain - hydrogen. Hence goes for cannizarro's reaction forming alcohol and acid

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