Which Classification of Alcohols Can Undergo Oxidation to Yield a Ketone

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which classification of alcohols can undergo oxidation to yield a ketone?

• A) Both primary and secondary alcohols yield ketones when oxidized.
• B) Both secondary and tertiary alcohols yield ketones when oxidized.
• C) Only primary alcohols yield ketones when oxidized.
• D) Only secondary alcohols yield ketones when oxidized.
• E) Only tertiary alcohols yield ketones when oxidized.