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Which one of the following undergoes aldol condensation and gives iodoform test?

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a

Acetic acid 

b

Acetaldehyde 

c

Ethyl alcohol

d

Formaldehyde

answer is A.

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An aldehyde or ketone which has alpha hydrogen, takes part in aldol condensation. So acetaldehyde gives aldol condensation.

Compound which contain −COCH3 group gives iodoform test. So acetaldehyde gives Iodoform test 

Hence, the correct option is (A) Acetaldehyde.

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