How can the following reaction be made to proceed in toward direction?
B(OH)₃ + NaOH NaBO₂ + Na[B(OH)₄] + H₂O
(a) addition of borax
(b) addition of cis 1, 2 diol
(c) addition of Na₂HPO₄
(d) addition of trans 1, 2 diol

 

well answer is given b can anyone tell me the reason for this rates assured

Source of the question is : JEE 2006

 

Answer is b, this is because a intermediate complex is formed which makes the rn more favourable