Two resonance forms for SOCl2 are given below. 
Which is favored by the octet rule and which by formal charge considerations?
A) I is favored by the octet rule and by formal charge considerations.
B) I is favored by the octet rule and II by formal charge considerations.
C) II is favored by the octet rule and I by formal charge considerations.
D) II is favored by the octet rule and by formal charge considerations.
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