Answer: D
ΔHsol=(lattice enthalpy magnitude)−(hydration enthalpy magnitude). The values are P: 2280−2105=+175, Q: 2190−2168=+22, R: 1950−1970=−20 and S: 2410−2300=+110 in kJ mol−1. Only R is exothermic, so R has the most exothermic value, −20 kJ mol−1.