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The addition of tetraethyl lead to petro...

The addition of tetraethyl lead to petrol

A

Lowers its octane number

B

Raises its octane number

C

May raise or lower the octane number

D

Has no effect on octane number

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The correct Answer is:
B
Tetraethyl lead is anti-knocking agent it increases the octane no. of the fuel.
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