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Which of the following compounds will react with sodium hydroxide solution in water ?

A

`C_(6)H_(5)OH`

B

`C_(6)H_(5)CH_(2)OH`

C

`(CH_(3))_(3)COH`

D

`C_(2)H_(5)OH`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Only phenol will react NaOH. All other compounds are alcohols and are only weakly acidic in nature.
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