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How is the addition of borane to the double bond in hydroboration-oxidation different from Markovnikov's rule?
Options
- AIt follows Markovnikov's rule.
- BIt follows anti-Markovnikov's rule.
- CIt is not related to regioselectivity.
- DIt is a radical reaction.
Correct answer
B. It follows anti-Markovnikov's rule.
Step-by-step solution
Hydroboration-oxidation follows anti-Markovnikov's rule as described in the passage.