What Statement Is Most Inconsistent with the Chemistry of Transition

Multiple Choice

What statement is most inconsistent with the chemistry of transition elements?

A) Bromide,chloride and iodide stabilize the higher oxidation states of the transition elements.
B) Early transition metal ions with the metal in its lowest oxidation state are good reducing agents.
C) Ions that have transition metal in their highest oxidation state tend to be good oxidizing agents.
D) The stability of the higher oxidation states increases down a periodic group.