MCAT Organic Chemistry Question 81: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 81

6. What is the product of the reaction below?

  • A.
  • B.
  • C.
  • D.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

LiAlH4 reduces aldehydes to primary alcohols and ketones to secondary alcohols. In this reaction, a ketone is converted to a secondary alcohol.

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