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Phenol is more readily soluble in:

A) NaOH solution

B) dil. HCl

C) both NaOH and HCl

D) \[NaHC{{O}_{3}}\]solution

Correct Answer: A

Solution :

Phenol is more readily soluble in NaOH solution (a highly alkaline solution) as phenol act as a weak acid. It does not react readily with acids and salts.