Which one of the following compounds for...

Which one of the following compounds forms a red coloured solution on treatement with neutral `FeCl_(3)` solution ?

A

`CH_(3)COCH_(3)`

B

`CH_(3)OCH_(3)`

C

`CH_(3)CH_(2)OH`

D

`CH_(3)COOH`

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The correct Answer is:

D

Acetic acid is an acylhalide that reacted with `FeCl_(3)` indicated by the formation of red – coloured solution and being slightly acidic.

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