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The correct IUPAC name of CH3CH(OH)CH2CH2COOH is
ChemistryCarboxylic Acid DerivativesNEET
Options:
  • A 4-hydroxypentanoic acid
  • B 1-carboxy-3-butanoic acid
  • C 1-carboxy-4-butanol
  • D 4-carboxy-2-butanol
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 4-hydroxypentanoic acid
The principle functional group is -COOH and prifix is hydroxy (OH) in a five carbon chain.

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