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What conditions would you use for each reaction?

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Solution :We recognize that synthesis by path (a) would require a Markovnikov addition of WATER to the ALKENE. So, we COULD use EITHER acid-catalyzed hydration or oxymercuration-demercuration.

Synthesis by path (b) REQUIRES an anti-Markovnikov addition, so we would choose hydroboration-oxidation.


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