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Which of the following is incorrect about homologues?

A

(1) They have a difference of `-CH_(2)` group between any two successive members.

B

(2) They can be prepared by general methods of preparation.

C

(3) They are all unbranched compounds.

D

(4) They contain the same functional group.

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The correct Answer is:
C
They may be unbranched or branched, e.g., propane `(CH_(3)CH_(2)CH_(3))` and isobutane `CH_3undersetunderset(CH_(3))(|)(CH)CH_(3)` are homologues.
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