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Which of the following compounds shows optical isomerism?

A

`CH_3CHOHCOOH`

B

`CH_3CH(CH_3)COOH`

C

`CH_3CH(CH_3)CH_2OH`

D

`CH_3CH(CH_3)CH_2Cl`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Only the compound `CH_3 CHOHCOOH` has chiral carbon atom. It shows optical isomerism.
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