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A compound X of formula \[{{C}_{3}}{{H}_{8}}O\] yields a compound \[{{C}_{3}}{{H}_{6}}O\] on oxidation. The compound X may be :

A)  an aldehyde

B)  a secondary alcohol

C)  a tertiary alcohol

D)  none of the above

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

Secondary alcohol oxidise to yield a ketone by eliminating 2H-atom in the form of water.