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Octane number can be changed by

(A) Alkylation

(B) Cyclisation

(C) Isomerization

(D) All of these

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Correct option (D) All of these

Explanation:

All the three reactions, i.e., alkylation, cyclisation, and isomerization convert straight –chain hydrocarbons to branched –chain or cyclic compounds, which changes the percentage of straight-chain hydrocarbon. Hence, the octane number is changed.

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