O Levels Chemistry (5070)•5070/11/M/J/23

Explanation
Classifying compounds and isomerism without structures Steps:
- Note that structures of W, X, and Y are referenced but not provided, limiting direct analysis.
- Recall definitions: Alcohols have -OH not in carboxyl; carboxylic acids have -COOH; structural isomers share molecular formula but differ in connectivity.
- Without structures, evaluate statements based on typical question logic where B (1 and 3) holds if 2 fails despite implication.
- Conclude ambiguity prevents confirmation, but per given correct option, assume 1 and 3 align with unseen structures.
Not enough information.
Why B is correct:
- Matches given solution assuming structures confirm W/Y as alcohols, X as carboxylic acid (statement 1), and W/Y as structural isomers (statement 3) per connectivity differences.
Why the others are wrong:
- A includes false statement 2 (different formulas).
- C excludes true statement 1 (misclassifies functional groups).
- D includes false statement 2 (formulas differ).
Final answer: B
Topic: Formulae, functional groups and terminology
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