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The compound C(4)H(10)O(4) reacts with a...

The compound `C_(4)H_(10)O_(4)` reacts with acetic anhydride to give a derivative with the formula `C_(12)H_(18)O_(8)`. How many (OH) groups are present in the original substance

A

2

B

3

C

7

D

4

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The correct Answer is:
D
M. mass of compound
`= 4 xx 12 + 10 xx 4 xx 6 = 122`
M. mass of polyacetate
`=12 xx 12 + 18 xx 16 = 290`
`:.` No. of OH group `= (290-122)/(42) = 4`
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