An inorganic metal oxide $(A)$ heated with carbon gives compound $(B)$,which on reaction with water gives ethyne. What are the compounds $(A)$ and $(B)$?

  • A
    $A = CaO, B = CaC_2$
  • B
    $A = CaC_2, B = CaO$
  • C
    $A = CO, B = CaO$
  • D
    $A = CO_2, B = CaO$

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