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Which is the wrong statement about osxy mercuration`-` demercuration `?`

A

In the first step, oxymercuration occurs, `i.e.,` water and `Hg(Oac)_(2)`, add to the double bond.

B

In the second step, demercuratio occurs, `i.e., NaBH_(4)` reduces `(HgOAc)` group to hydrogen.

C

The net reaction is the addition of water according to Markovnikov's rule.

D

Rearrangement takes place

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The correct Answer is:
D.

The statement is self `-` explanatory.
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