MCQEasyJEE Main 2026 · 24 January, Shift 1Alcohols

Chemistry Question from JEE Main 2026 · 24 January, Shift 1

A hydroxy compound (X)(X) with molar mass 122gmol1122\,g mol^{-1} is acetylated with acetic anhydride, using a large excess of the reagent ensuring complete acetylation of all hydroxyl groups. The product obtained has a molar mass of 290gmol1290\,g mol^{-1}. The number of hydroxyl groups present in compound (X)(X) is _____.

  • A

    33

  • B

    55

  • C

    44

  • D

    22

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