In molecules of the type $AX_2L_n$ (where $L$ represents lone pairs and $n$ is its number),there exists a bond between element $A$ and $X$. The $\angle XAX$ bond angle:

  • A
    Always decreases if $n$ increases
  • B
    Always increases if $n$ increases
  • C
    Will be maximum for $n=3$
  • D
    Generally decreases if $n$ decreases

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