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Compound having molecular formula `C_(3)H_(6)O_(2)` is:-

A

`C_(2)H_(5)-COOH`

B

`HCOOC_(2)H_(5)`

C

`CH_(3)COCH_(3)`

D

Both (a) and (b)

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To determine which compounds correspond to the molecular formula \( C_3H_6O_2 \), we can analyze the options provided in the question systematically. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Molecular Formula**: The molecular formula given is \( C_3H_6O_2 \). This indicates that the compound contains 3 carbon atoms, 6 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. 2. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Option A**: \( C_2H_5COOH \) - This represents a carboxylic acid (propanoic acid). - Counting the atoms: - Carbons: \( 2 + 1 = 3 \) - Hydrogens: \( 5 + 1 = 6 \) - Oxygens: \( 2 \) - Thus, \( C_2H_5COOH \) corresponds to \( C_3H_6O_2 \). - **Option B**: \( HCOOC_2H_5 \) - This represents an ester (ethyl formate). - Counting the atoms: - Carbons: \( 1 + 2 = 3 \) - Hydrogens: \( 1 + 5 = 6 \) - Oxygens: \( 2 \) - Thus, \( HCOOC_2H_5 \) also corresponds to \( C_3H_6O_2 \). - **Option C**: \( C_3H_6O \) - This compound does not match the formula since it has only one oxygen atom instead of two. - Therefore, this option does not correspond to \( C_3H_6O_2 \). - **Option D**: Both A and B - Since both A and B correspond to the molecular formula \( C_3H_6O_2 \), this option is valid. 3. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is **Option D**, which states that both A and B are correct. ### Final Answer: The compound having the molecular formula \( C_3H_6O_2 \) is represented by both options A (propanoic acid) and B (ethyl formate). ---

To determine which compounds correspond to the molecular formula \( C_3H_6O_2 \), we can analyze the options provided in the question systematically. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Molecular Formula**: The molecular formula given is \( C_3H_6O_2 \). This indicates that the compound contains 3 carbon atoms, 6 hydrogen atoms, and 2 oxygen atoms. 2. **Analyze Each Option**: ...
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