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Assertion: $\mathrm{Co}(\mathrm{IV})$ is known but $\mathrm{Ni}(\mathrm{IV})$ is not. Reason : $\mathrm{Ni}(\mathrm{IV})$ has $d^4$ electronic configuration.
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Options:
  • A If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  • B If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  • C If assertion is true but reason is false.
  • D If both assertion and reason are false.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: If both assertion and reason are false.
Both Co and Ni have (IV) oxidation state. $\mathrm{Ni}$ (IV) has $3 d^6$ electronic configuration.

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