What is the common name of ethanoic acid?
AFuming acid
BAlcohol
CAcetic acid
DSodium hydroxide
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Acetic acid
1. Ethanoic acid is the IUPAC name of the acid present in vinegar.
2. Its widely used common name is acetic acid.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.24._