Taking into account hybridization and resonance effects,rank the following $C-O$ bonds in order of decreasing bond length. The structure provided is the carbonate ion $(CO_3^{2-})$.

  • A
    $I > II = III$
  • B
    $II > III > I$
  • C
    $I > III > II$
  • D
    $I = II = III$

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