(a) In which step(s) of the hydride reduction of an ester does the compound undergo

Chapter 21, Problem PROBLEM 21-24

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(a) In which step(s) of the hydride reduction of an ester does the compound undergo reduction? (Hint: Count the bonds to oxygen.)

(b) Propose a mechanism for the reduction of octanoyl chloride by lithium aluminum hydride.

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