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In which of the following compounds is the oxidation state of C highest?

A.HCOOH✓ Correct
B.HCHO
C.CH₃OH
D.CH₄
Explanation

a) 2 HCOOH b) 0 2 CH O : x 2 2 0 x 0 >> c) 2 3 C H OH: x 4 2 0 x 2 >> d) 4 1 4 4 C H x : oxidation state of C = - 4

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