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`CH_(3)-CH_(2)-OHoverset("Alkaline"KMnO_(4)+"Heat")(to)CH_(3)-COOH`
In the above given reaction, alkaline `KMnO_(4)` acts as

A

reducing agent

B

oxidising agent

C

catalyst

D

dehydrating agent.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Alkaline `KMnO_(4)` is also known as Baeyer's reagent. It acts as an oxidising agent.
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