Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Two

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the two hydroxyl groups in mevalonate?

• A) Both the groups are primary alcohols.
• B) One group is a primary alcohol and the other group is a secondary alcohol.
• C) One group is a primary alcohol and the other group is a tertiary alcohol.
• D) Both the groups are secondary alcohols.

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