Select the Best Statement Relating to the Following Reaction

question 79

Multiple Choice

Select the best statement relating to the following reaction:
2MnO₂(s) + KClO₃(aq) + 2KOH(aq)  2KMnO₄(aq) + KCl(aq) + H₂O(l)

• A) Mn in MnO₂ is oxidized.
• B) O in KClO₃ is the oxidizing agent.
• C) K in KClO₃ is the reducing agent.
• D) H in KOH is oxidized.
• E) Cl in KClO₃ is the reducing agent.

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