The electronic configurations of elements $A, B$ and $C$ are $[He] 2s^1$,$[Ne] 3s^1$ and $[Ar] 4s^1$ respectively. Which one of the following orders is correct for the first ionization potentials (in $kJ \ mol^{-1}$) of $A, B$ and $C$?

  • A
    $A > B > C$
  • B
    $C > B > A$
  • C
    $B > C > A$
  • D
    $C > A > B$

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