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The X and Y in the given equation respectively are:
CH3COOC2H5NaOH−−− X+Y

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Ethanol and Sodium acetate
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Methanol and Acetic acid
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Ethanol and Methanoic acid
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Ethanol and Ethanoic acid
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Solution

The correct option is A Ethanol and Sodium acetate
CH3COOC2H5NaOH−−−C2H5OH+CH3COONa
Hence X and Y are Ethanol and Sodium acetate. This reaction is also called saponification reaction because it is used in the formation of soap.

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