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In `SF_4` molecule, the lone pair of electrons occupy equatorial position in preference to axial position, why ? Predict shape of the molecule?

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`SF_4 implies` shape: See Saw (To minimise the l.p.-b.p. repulsion )
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    A
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    B
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    C
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    A
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    D
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