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Which one of the following undergoes reaction with 50% sodium hydroxide solution to give the corresponding alcohol and acid                                        [AIEEE 2004]

A)                 Butanal

B)                 Benzaldehyde

C)                 Phenol 

D)                 Benzoic acid

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

           Benzaldehyde will undergo Cannizzaro's reaction on treatment with 50% NaOH to produce benzyl alcohol and benzoic acid as it does not contain a-hydrogen