In the reaction $Cu_{(s)} + 2Ag^{+}_{(aq)} \to Cu^{2+}_{(aq)} + 2Ag_{(s)}$,the reduction half-cell reaction is:

  • A
    $Cu + 2e^- \to Cu^{2-}$
  • B
    $Cu - 2e^- \to Cu^{2+}$
  • C
    $Ag^{+} + e^- \to Ag$
  • D
    $Ag - e^- \to Ag^{+}$

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