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The compound having the molecular formula C2H4O2 is a :
  1. ketone
  2. acid
  3. aldehyde
  4. ether

A
ether
B
ketone
C
aldehyde
D
acid
Solution
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Carboxylic acid can be recognised by using general formula
CnH2nO2. Here it is an acid named acetic acid.
Acetic acid, Ethanoic acid, CH3COOH

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