Identify the correct statements about the following stoichiometric equation.
$aP_4 + bOH^{-} + cH_2O \longrightarrow dPH_3 + eH_2PO_2^{-}$
$I$. $a+b+c=5$
$II$. $b+c-e=3$
$III$. The oxidation state of $P$ in $H_2PO_2^{-}$ is $+1$.

  • A
    $I, II, III$
  • B
    $I, II$ only
  • C
    $I, III$ only
  • D
    $II, III$ only

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