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  4. A compound having molecular formula C8H10. Oxidation of (A) gives benzoic acid, while oxidation of (B) gives phthalic acid which forms an anhydride on heating. The structures of (A) and (B) respectively are

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Q. A compound having molecular formula $C_8H_{10}$. Oxidation of $(A)$ gives benzoic acid, while oxidation of $(B)$ gives phthalic acid which forms an anhydride on heating. The structures of $(A)$ and $(B)$ respectively are

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Solution:

Correct answer is (c)

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