The correct sequence of steps involved in the mechanism of Cannizzaro's reaction is

Options

A. nucleophilic attack, transfer of `H^(-_` and transfer of `H^(+)`
B. transfer of `H^(-)`, transfer of `H^(+)` and nucleophillic attack.
C. transfer of `H^(+)`, nucleophilic attack and transfer of `H^(-)`
D. electrophilic attack by `OH^(-)` transfer of `H^(+)` and transfer of `H^(-)`

Answer

A

Explanation