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Question
The characteristic reaction of carboxylic acids is :
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Carboxylic acids undergo nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions (e.g., esterification, formation of acid chlorides, amides, etc.). The -OH group is replaced by other nucleophiles.
Hint
What type of reaction is characteristic of carboxylic acids?