Ester and acetamide are distinguished by

Hydrolysis with strong acids or alkali

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Derivatives of fatty acids

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Both (a) and (b)

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None of these

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The correct option is A

Hydrolysis with strong acids or alkali

Hydrolysis of amides gives amines while hydrolysis of esters give alcohol.

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