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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._
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