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Statement-I: Ketones are less reactive t...

Statement-I: Ketones are less reactive than aldehydes.
Because
Statement-II: Ketones do not give Schiff's test.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion

C

If assertion is true but reason is false

D

If assertion is false but reason is true

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B
The positive inductive effect of two alkyl groups in ketones makes the carbon atom less positive and makes it less reactive in comparison to aldehydes.
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