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During the preparation of acetanilide from aniline, the excess of acetic anhydride and prolonged heating should be avoided because

(a) it is oxidised

(b) it is reduced

(c) diacetyl derivative is formed

(d) triacetyl derivative is formed

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Correct Option (c) diacetyl derivative is formed

Explanation:

During acetylation of aniline, the excess of acetic anhydride and prolonged heating results in the formation of diacetyl derivative.

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