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Which of the following reagents convert propene to 1-propanol?

1. H2O, H2SO4
2. aqueous KOH
3. MgSO4, NaBH4/H2O
4. B2H6, H2O2, OH−

Correct answer: B2H6, H2O2, OH−

Solution

This reagent combination is known to convert alkenes to alcohols through hydroboration-oxidation.

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