Question

In the following sequence of reactions,

 

The end product C is:

A

Ethyl alcohol

B

Acetaldehyde

C

Acetone

D

Methane

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Correct option is A)

The end product C is ethyl alcohol.

Methyl bromide reacts with KCN to form acetonitrile. Br atom is replaced with CN group. Hydrolysis of cyano group gives carboxylic group. Reduction of carboxylic group gives hydroxyl group.

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