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Benedict's solution is not reduced by...

Benedict's solution is not reduced by

A

Formaldehyde

B

Acetaldehyde

C

Glucose

D

Acetic anhydride

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The correct Answer is:
D
Benedict solution is readily reduced by aldehyde. It does not oxidise anhydrides.
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