Which of the following alcohols can undergo oxidation to produce a ketone?

A. Methanol
B. Propan-2-ol
C. Ethanol
D. Butanol

Answer: Propan-2-ol

Additional Information: Propan-2-ol (isopropanol) can be oxidized to acetone, a ketone.

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