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Acetamide and ethylamine can be distinguished by reacting with

1. Aqueous HCl and heat
2. Aqueous NaOH and heat
3. Acidified KMnO4
4. Bromine water

Correct answer: Aqueous NaOH and heat

Solution

Acetamide reacts with aqueous NaOH and heat to produce ammonia gas, which can be detected by its characteristic smell, while ethylamine does not undergo such a reaction. This distinguishes the two compounds.

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