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The ratio of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen in 2-methyl benzoic acid is:

A)  4: 2: 2                                  

B)  2: 4: 1

C)  4: 4: 1                                  

D)  4: 4: 2

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

                 2-methyl benzoic acid is Number of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms are   \[8:8:2.\] So,   \[C:H:O\]           \[4:4:1\]