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Which of the following undergoes reaction with $50 \%$ sodium hydroxide solution to give the corresponding alcohol and acid?
ChemistryCarboxylic Acid DerivativesJEE MainJEE Main 2004
Options:
  • A
    Phenol
  • B
    Benzoic acid
  • C
    Butanal
  • D
    Benzaldehyde
Solution:
2999 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
Benzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde does not contain $\alpha$ - hydrogen. Hence goes for cannizarro's reaction forming alcohol and acid

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