Which is the most suitable reagent for the following conversion ?
`CH_(3)-CH=CH-CH_(2)-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-CH_(3)to`
`CH_(3)-CH=CH-CH_(2)-overset(O)overset(||)(C)-OH`

Options

A. Tollens reangent
B. Bezoyl peroxide
C. `I_(2)` and NaOH solution
D. Sn and NaOH solution

Answer

3

Explanation

Benzaldehyde is having no alpha hydrogen , So, on reaction with aqueous KOH solution, it undergoes Cannizzaro's reaction. One molecule of aldehyde is reduced and other is oxidized.