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Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids: Mixed MCQ

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MixedEasyQuestion 790012

Question

The simplest ketone is:
  1. A
    Acetone (propan-2-one)
    Correct
  2. B
    Formaldehyde
  3. C
    Ethanal
  4. D
    Acetic acid

Correct answer

Acetone (propan-2-one)

Explanation

Acetone (CH₃COCH₃, propan-2-one) is the simplest ketone with 3 carbon atoms. Formaldehyde = simplest aldehyde, acetic acid = simplest carboxylic acid.

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