Which is most likely to form a binary oxide with the formula M₄O₁₀ (where M = element A,B,C,or D)? A)element A B)element B C)element C D)element D

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Element C is most likely to form a binary oxide with the formula M₄O₁₀ because this formula suggests a compound with a 2:3 ratio of metal to oxygen, indicating the metal forms a +3 oxidation state, which is characteristic of element C's typical oxidation states.

Which Is Most Likely to Form a Binary Oxide with the Formula