Q20 / 90 · JEE Main 2024 (08 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry

Which one the following compounds will readily react with dilute \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) ?

A
\(\mathrm{C}_2 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{OH}\)
Correct answer
B
\(\mathrm{C}_6 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{OH}\)
C
\(\mathrm{C}_6 \mathrm{H}_5 \mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{OH}\)
D
\(\left(\mathrm{CH}_3\right)_3 \mathrm{COH}\)

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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