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Q. The major product $'X'$ formed in the following reaction is :Chemistry Question Image

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Solution:

$NaBH _{4}$ cannot reduce the Ester Groups and double bonds, but can reduce keto-group to enol-group .So, The reactant reacts with $NaBH _{4}$ and - OH is formed .Then in the and Step, $-$ OMe is substituted and gives the product same as in the Ist step.