In the reaction $P_4 + 3KOH + 3H_2O \to PH_3 + 3KH_2PO_2$,phosphorus is .........

  • A
    oxidized
  • B
    reduced
  • C
    both oxidized and reduced
  • D
    neither oxidized nor reduced

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