The Oxoacids of Group 17 Have the General Formula HXO_n

question 2

Multiple Choice

The oxoacids of Group 17 have the general formula HXO_n, where X is a halogen and n can take on values from 1 through 4.Which of the following is true?

• A) As the oxidation number of X increases, the strength of the acid decreases.
• B) As the oxidation number of X increases, the oxidizing strength of the acid increases.
• C) Only the oxoacids with oxidation number +1 are strong acids.
• D) The oxoacids with oxidation number +1 are reducing agents.
• E) The oxoacids with oxidation number +7 are weak oxidizing agents.

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