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Assign reason for the following :
(i) `H_(3)PO_(2)` is a stronger reducing agent than `H_(3)PO_(4)`.
(ii) Sulphur shows more tendency for catenation than oxygen.
(iii) Reducing character increases from HF to HI.

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