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  4. Compound A (C9H10O) shows positive iodoform test. Oxidation of A with KMnO4/KOH gives acid B(C8H6O4). Anhydride of B is used for the preparation of phenolphthalein. Compound A is :-

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Q. Compound $A \; (C_9H_{10}O)$ shows positive iodoform test. Oxidation of A with $KMnO_4/KOH$ gives acid $B(C_8H_6O_4)$. Anhydride of B is used for the preparation of phenolphthalein. Compound A is :-

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Correct answer is (a)

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