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The compound having the molecular formula C2H4O2 is a :

A
ketone
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aldehyde
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acid
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ether
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Solution

The correct option is B acid
Carboxylic acid can be recognised by using general formula
CnH2nO2. Here it is an acid named acetic acid.
Acetic acid, Ethanoic acid, CH3COOH

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