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Ge (II) compounds are powerful reducing agents whereas Pb (IV) compounds are strong oxidants. It can be because to

A

Pb is more electropositive than Ge

B

ionisation potential of lead is less than that of Ge

C

Ionic radii of `Pb^(2+)` and `Pb^(4+)` are larger than those of `Ge^(2+)` and `Ge^(4+)`

D

more pronounced inert pair effect in lead than Ge.

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D
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