Which of the following undergoes the Cannizzaro reaction?
A. Acetone
B. Acetaldehyde
C. Propanal
D. Benzaldehyde
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Answer: D. Benzaldehyde
The Cannizzaro reaction needs an aldehyde with no α-hydrogen; benzaldehyde has none.
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