An organic compound '$X$' having molecular formula $C_5H_{10}O$ yields phenylhydrazone and gives negative response to the iodoform test and Tollens' test. It produces $n-$pentane on reduction. '$X$' could be

  • A
    $3-$pentanone
  • B
    $n-$amyl alcohol
  • C
    pentanal
  • D
    $2-$pentanone

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