Which of the following statements is $CORRECT$ about saccharic acid?

  • A
    It contains two carboxyl and four hydroxyl groups.
  • B
    It contains one carboxyl group and five hydroxyl groups.
  • C
    It contains two carboxyl groups and five hydroxyl groups.
  • D
    It contains three carboxyl and two hydroxyl groups.

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