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Both acetaldehyde and acetone (individually) undergo which of the following reactions? A. Iodoform Reaction B. Cannizaro Reaction C. Aldol condensation D. Tollen's Test E. Clemmensen Reduction Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

1. (1) A, B and D only
2. (2) A, C and E only
3. (3) C and E only
4. (4) B, C and D only

Correct answer: (2) A, C and E only

Solution

Acetaldehyde can undergo the iodoform reaction due to the presence of a methyl group adjacent to the carbonyl, while both acetaldehyde and acetone can participate in aldol condensation due to their aldehyde and ketone functionalities, respectively. Additionally, acetone can be reduced via Clemmensen reduction, making options A, C, and E applicable.

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