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CH(3)CHOoverset(OH^(-))to CH(3)CH(OH)CH(...

`CH_(3)CHOoverset(OH^(-))to CH_(3)CH(OH)CH_(2)CHO` represents

A

Aldol condensation

B

Cannizaro's reaction

C

Benzoin's condensation

D

Clemmension's reaction

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A
In aldol condensation, acetaldehyde reacts with dil. NaOH (base) toform acetaldol.
`CH_(3)-underset(OH)underset(|)(C)H-CH_(2)CHO`
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