What is the product when an aldehyde is treated with sodium borohydride (NaBH4)?

A. Ketone
B. Alcohol
C. Carboxylic acid
D. Ester

Answer: Alcohol

Additional Information: Reduction of an aldehyde with sodium borohydride produces a primary alcohol.

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