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A student used the following steps in testing for a non-reducing sugar. I. added ...

A student used the following steps in testing for a non-reducing sugar.
I. added Benedict's solution to the sugar solution
ll. added dilute hydrochloric acid to the sugar and boiled it;
lll. added sodium hydroxide solution to the solution in ll. and boiled;
IV. added Benedict's solution to the cooled solution in lll.
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What is the importance of step ll in the testing process? To
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  • A Neutralize the sugar solution
  • B Soften the sugar solution
  • C Change the colour of the sugar solution
  • D Increase the acid content of the sugar solution
Correct Answer: Option A
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