Question

Considering the reaction sequence given below, the correct statement(s) is(are)

• A. $P$ can be reduced to a primary alcohol using $NaBH _4$.
• B. Treating $P$ with conc. $NH _4 OH$ solution followed by acidification gives $Q$.
• C. Treating $Q$ with a solution of $NaNO _2$ in aq. $HCl$ liberates $N _2$.
• D. $P$ is more acidic than $CH _3 CH _2 COOH$.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

Correct answer is (b) Treating $P$ with conc. $NH _4 OH$ solution followed by acidification gives $Q$.Correct answer is (c) Treating $Q$ with a solution of $NaNO _2$ in aq. $HCl$ liberates $N _2$.Correct answer is (d) $P$ is more acidic than $CH _3 CH _2 COOH$.