Question

Which of the following is an aromatic alcohol?

• A. I Only
• B. II and III Only
• C. I, II, III and IV
• D. I and IV Only

Hint:

An aromatic alcohol has OH on a side chain carbon, not directly on the ring.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Look at where OH is attached:
Check the carbon bonded to OH in each drawing.

Step 2: Classify:
In I and IV the carbon is part of the ring, giving phenols. In II and III it is a $\text{CH}_2$ group outside the ring, giving benzylic (aromatic) alcohols.

Step 3: Pick the option:
Only II and III qualify, so the answer is option (B).

Final Answer:
II and III are aromatic alcohols. \[ \boxed{\text{(B) }\text{II and III only}} \]