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Ketones `(R-overset(O)overset("||")C-R')` can be obtained in one step by (where R and R' are alkyl groups)

A

hydrolysis of esters

B

oxidation of primary alcohol

C

oxidation of tertiary alcohol

D

reaction of acid halide with alcohols

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The correct Answer is:
C
By oxidation of tertiary alcohol with stronger oxidising agents, ketones may be formed along with carboxylic acid.
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