Which reagent can be used to reduce ketones to secondary alcohols?

A. KMnO4
B. LiAlH4
C. NaBH4
D. H2SO4

Answer: LiAlH4

Additional Information: Lithium aluminum hydride (LiAlH4) is a strong reducing agent used to reduce ketones to secondary alcohols.

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