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In Cannizzaro reaction given below
`2 Ph CHO overset((-))overset(OH)rarr Ph CH_(2) OH + PhCoverset(..)(O)_(2)^((-))` the slowest step is

A

The attack of `overset(Θ)(OH)` at the carbonyl group.

B

The transfer of hydride to the carbonyl group.

C

The abstraction of proton from the carboxylic acid.

D

The deprotonation of `Ph-CH_(2)OH`.

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