Which of these,though often used,is an incorrect common name for (CH₃)₃COH? A)tert-Butyl alcohol B)tert-Butanol C)2-Methyl-2-propanol D)More than one is incorrect. E)Each is a correct name.

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"tert-Butanol" is often used as a common name for (CH₃)₃COH, but it is incorrect. The correct IUPAC name is 2-methyl-2-propanol. Therefore, the best choice is B, and D is also incorrect.

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