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In a Cannizaro reaction, the intermediate that will be best hydride donor is

A)      

B)  

C)           

D)  

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

                 An electron withdrawing group\[(-I\]showing group) like\[-N{{O}_{3}}\]stabilises the carbanion by dispersing negative charge. While the hydridic nature of\[CH\]is enhanced by electron donating nature of a oxygen anion. Thus, is best hydride donor.