The Oxoacids of Group 17 Have the General Formula HXO_n

Multiple Choice

The oxoacids of Group 17 have the general formula HXO_n, where X is a halogen and n can take on values from 1 through 4.Which of the following is true?

A) As the oxidation number of X increases, the strength of the acid decreases.
B) As the oxidation number of X increases, the oxidizing strength of the acid increases.
C) Only the oxoacids with oxidation number +1 are strong acids.
D) The oxoacids with oxidation number +1 are reducing agents.
E) The oxoacids with oxidation number +7 are weak oxidizing agents.