How many of the following statements are false?
I.The Group 3A elements are all metals.
II.Alkaline earth metals react less vigorously with water than do alkali metals.
III.Salts can consist of hydrogen.
IV.Because Li is the strongest reducing agent among the alkali metals, it reacts most quickly with water of the alkali metals.
A) 1
B) 3
C) 2
D) 4
E) 0

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Explanation: I is false because Boron in Group 3A is a metalloid, not a metal. III is false because salts are typically composed of cations and anions, and while they can contain hydrogen, it is not a defining characteristic. IV is false because although Li is a strong reducing agent, it does not react most quickly with water compared to other alkali metals.

How Many of the Following Statements Are False