Question

Analysis by mass shows that an organic compound Q contains X% C, Y% Hand 2% oxygen. Q reacts with formic acid under acidic conditions to form a fruity smelling compound R. The molecular mass of Ris 60. Determine the values of X, Y and Z. [C= 12; H= 1; O=16] X = 68.18; Y = 13.63; Z = 18.18 X = 37.50; Y = 12.50; Z =50.00 OX= 52.17; Y = 13.00; Z = 34.78 O X = 64.86; Y = 13.51; Z = 21.63 O X = 60.00; Y = 13.33, Z = 26.67