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The chief source of alcoholic beverages from cereals is

A
Rice
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B
Maize
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C
Rye
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D
Barley
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Solution

The correct option is D Barley
Barley contains the largest amount of enzymes necessary for converting starches to ferment sugars. Barley is commonly used in breads, soups, stews though it is primarily grown as animal fodder and as a source of malt for alcoholic beverages, especially beer.
Thus, the correct answer is option (D), 'Barley'.

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