At ${25 \, ^\circ C}$,the standard reduction potentials for $Li^+/Li$,$Ba^{2+}/Ba$,$Na^+/Na$,and $Mg^{2+}/Mg$ are $-3.05 \, V$,$-2.73 \, V$,$-2.71 \, V$,and $-2.36 \, V$ respectively. Which of the following is the strongest oxidizing agent?

  • A
    $Na^+$
  • B
    $Li^+$
  • C
    $Ba^{2+}$
  • D
    $Mg^{2+}$

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