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Take as the mixed oxide and as . Select ALL correct statements (O = ).

  1. A has Pb(II) and Pb(IV) in the ratio 2:1
  2. B has Fe(II) and Fe(III) in the ratio 1:2
  3. CThe average oxidation number of Fe in is
  4. DThe average oxidation number of Pb in is

Answer: A, B, C

From the given oxide formulas, Pb3O4 has two PbO and one PbO2 (2:1), and Fe3O4 has one FeO and one Fe2O3 (1 Fe(II) : 2 Fe(III)). Average Fe . Average Pb , not .
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