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The most commonly used reducing agent is :

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a
AlCl3
b
PbCl2
c
SnCl4
d
SnCl2

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Correct option is D

SnCl2 ,Sn has a +2 oxidation state. The stable oxidation of Sn is +4. Thus ,it can easily lose an electron to reach a stable form. Hence it is best reducing agent.

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