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Assertion : LiAlH(4) is more reactive a...

Assertion : `LiAlH_(4)` is more reactive and less selctive than `NaBH_(4)` as a reducing agent.
Reason : `LiAlH_(4)` reduces both aldehydic group and double bond in conjugate position while `NaBH_(4)` does not.

A

If both assertion and reason are correct and reason is correct explanation for assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are correct and reason is not correct explanation for assertion.

C

If assertion is correct but reason is incorrect.

D

If assertion as well as reason are both incorrect.

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