What is the molecular formula of ethanoic acid (acetic acid)?

  • A
    $CH_{3}COOCH_{3}$
  • B
    $CH_{3}COOC_{2}H_{5}$
  • C
    $CH_{3}COOH$
  • D
    $C_{2}H_{5}COOH$

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