Question

Match List-I with List-II 



Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• (A) (I), (B) (II), (C) (III)
• (A) (I), (B) (III), (C) (II)
• (A) (II), (B) (III), (C) (I)
• (A) (III), (B) (II), (C) (I)

Hint:

The oxidation state of carbon in formaldehyde is 0, in methanol is -2, and in formic acid is +2.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

- Methanol (A) has a carbon in the \(-2\) oxidation state (since the hydroxyl group makes the carbon more reduced).
- Formaldehyde (B) has a carbon in the 0 oxidation state.
- Formic acid (C) has a carbon in the +2 oxidation state, as it is bonded to both an oxygen (via a double bond) and a hydroxyl group.
Conclusion:
Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \text{(A) (I), (B) (II), (C) (III)} \]
Final Answer: \[ \boxed{\text{(A) (I), (B) (II), (C) (III)}} \]