The cell reaction of a cell is $Mg_{(s)} + Cu^{2+}_{(aq)} \to Cu_{(s)} + Mg^{2+}_{(aq)}$. If the standard reduction potentials of $Mg$ and $Cu$ are $-2.37 \ V$ and $+0.34 \ V$ respectively,the $EMF$ of the cell is ................. $V$.

  • A
    $2.03$
  • B
    $-2.03$
  • C
    $+2.71$
  • D
    $-2.71$

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