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An organic compound [A] with molecular formula `C_(4)H_(8)O` when reduced with `NaBH_(4)` gives compound [B] which reacts with HBr to form compound [C] (optically active) Identify A,B , C and wirte the two enantimoers of compound [C].

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To solve the problem, we will identify the compounds A, B, and C step by step based on the given information and the reactions described. ### Step 1: Identify Compound A The molecular formula of compound A is \( C_4H_8O \). This formula suggests that compound A could be either an aldehyde or a ketone. Since the reduction with sodium borohydride (\( NaBH_4 \)) produces an alcohol, we can infer that compound A is likely a ketone. A suitable ketone with the formula \( C_4H_8O \) is **2-butanone** (also known as methyl ethyl ketone), which has the structure: ...
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