MHT CET Chemistry question

The Bakelite is made from phenol and formaldehyde. The initial reaction between the two compounds is an example of

Answer: (A)

Solution

Formaldehyde (protonated or in alkali) attacks the electron-rich ortho/para positions of phenol, forming hydroxymethylphenols, which is

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