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Which method is preferred for preparing primary amines without forming secondary or tertiary amines?

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Explanation

Gabriel phthalimide synthesis selectively produces primary amines by reacting phthalimide with an alkyl halide, followed by hydrolysis, avoiding mixtures of secondary and tertiary amines seen in ammonolysis.

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