JEE Mains · Chemistry · STD 12 - 8.2 Carboxylic acids and their derivative
The most suitable reagent for the given conversion is

- A \(LiAlH_4\)
- B \(NaBH_4\)
- C \(H_2/Pd\)
- D \(B_2H_6\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(D) \(B_2H_6\)
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Detailed explanation
Most suitable reagent for given conversion is \(\mathrm{B}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{6}\) (electrophilic reducing agent)
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