Which functional group from the following is considered as the principal functional group if a polyfunctional compound is to be named by the $IUPAC$ system?

  • A
    $-CN$
  • B
    $-OH$
  • C
    $-C \equiv C-$
  • D
    $-COOH$

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The order of priority of the following functional groups in the $IUPAC$ method of naming organic compounds is:
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