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Observe the following statements, I. T...

Observe the following statements,
I. The physical and chemical properties of elements are the periodic functions of their electronic configuration.
II. Electronegativity of fluorine is less than the electronegativity of chlorine.
III. Electropositive nature decreases from top to bottom in a group.
The correct answer is

A

II and III

B

only I

C

I and III

D

all of the above

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The correct Answer is:
C
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