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An organic compound 'X' with a molecular formula `C_2 H_6 O` undergoes oxidation with alkaline `KMnO_4` and forms the compound 'Y', that has molecular formula `C_2 H_4 O_2`.Identify "X" and "Y".

A

Acetic acid, ethyl alcohol

B

Acetic’ acid, ethyl acetate

C

Ethyl alcohol, acetic acid

D

Ethyl alcohol, ethyl acetate

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