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The compound formed as a result of oxidation of propyl benzene by `KMnO_(4)` is

A

Benzaldehye

B

Benzyl alcohol

C

Benzoic acid

D

Acetophenone

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When alkyl benzene is treated with acidic or alkaline `KMnO_(4)`, the entire side chain is oxidized to the carboxylic acid irrespective of length of the side chain.
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