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The Elements of group 14 show ----- oxidation states

A

exhibit oxidation state of '+4' only

B

exhibit oxidation state of '+2' and '+4'

C

form 'M^(2-)' and 'M^(+4)' ions

D

form 'M^(+2)' and 'M^(4 -)' ions

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