Consider the Following Reaction: Mg(s) + NiSO₄(aq) $\rightarrow$ MgSO₄(aq) + Ni(s) Which of the Following Statements Regarding This

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction: Mg(s) + NiSO₄(aq) $\rightarrow$ MgSO₄(aq) + Ni(s) Which of the following statements regarding this reaction is correct?

A) Each magnesium atom gains two electrons.
B) The sulfate ion is reduced.
C) Nickel ion is the oxidizing agent.
D) Magnesium is reduced.
E) Each nickel ion loses two electrons.