The IUPAC name for

 

A. benzenol.
B. benzophenol.
C. hydroxyphenol.
D. 2-hydroxybenzene.
E. phenol.

The correct answer is E. phenol

Explanation: When an hydroxyl group is attach to the edge of a benzene ring, the compound formed is called phenol.
SOURCE: NECO CHEMISTRY 2001 QUESTION 14

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