Which of the following reagents is the correct sequence for the conversion of $R-CH_2-CH_2OH$ to $R-CH_2-CH_2-COOH$?

  • A
    $PBr_3, KCN, H_3O^+$
  • B
    $PBr_3, KCN, H_2$
  • C
    $KCN, H^+$
  • D
    $HCN, PBr_3, H^+$

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