Practice Problem: Conversion of trans-2-butene to cis-2-butene

Dave presents a synthesis challenge to convert trans-butene to cis-butene in three steps. He outlines a strategy involving dehalogenation, elimination reactions, and selective hydrogenation using Lindlar's catalyst. The exercise is a thought experiment to apply known reactions and strategies.

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