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Functional groups that define alcohols contain:

A C=O
B −OH (hydroxyl group)
C −NH₂
D −COOH

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Alcohols are characterized by a hydroxyl (−OH) group bonded to a saturated carbon atom.

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Functional groups that define alcohols contain:" is Option B: −OH (hydroxyl group).

The other options — A) C=O, C) −NH₂, D) −COOH — are incorrect for this DAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: Alcohols are characterized by a hydroxyl (−OH) group bonded to a saturated carbon atom.

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