Which of the Following Is True of the Wolff-Kishner Reduction

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the Wolff-Kishner reduction?

• A)It always takes place under acidic conditions.
• B)It converts ketones to alcohols.
• C)It converts aldehydes to alcohols.
• D)It converts carbonyls in ketones to a CH₂ group.
• E)It requires neutral conditions.

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