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The stability of oxidation state increases in the sequence:

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

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In Group 13 elements (), the stability of the lower oxidation state () increases down the group while the stability of the higher oxidation state () decreases. This is due to the Inert Pair Effect (the reluctance of -electrons to participate in bonding). Thus, is the most stable.

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The stability of oxidation state increases in the sequence:
A
B
C
D

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