When a current of $2 \ A$ is passed through a molten salt of a metal for $5 \ hours$,$22.2 \ g$ of the metal (atomic mass $= 177$) is deposited at the cathode. What is the oxidation state of the metal in the molten salt?

  • A
    $1$
  • B
    $2$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $4$

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