Which of the following hydrocarbon will NOT react with potassium permanganate in basic condition?  I. methyl benzene     II. isopropyl benzene     III. ethyl benzene   IV. tert butyl benzene

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Which of the following hydrocarbon will NOT react with potassium permanganate in basic condition? 
I. methyl benzene     II. isopropyl benzene     III. ethyl benzene   IV. tert butyl benzene

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