Select the Best Statement Relating to the Following Reaction: 2MnO₂(s)

Multiple Choice

Select the best statement relating to the following reaction: 2MnO₂(s) + KClO₃(aq) + 2KOH(aq) → 2KMnO₄(aq) + KCl(aq) + H₂O(l)

A) Mn in MnO ₂ is oxidized.
B) O in KClO ₃ is the oxidizing agent.
C) K in KClO ₃ is the reducing agent.
D) H in KOH is oxidized.
E) Cl in KClO ₃ is the reducing agent.