(C) The Assertion is correct because $Pb^{4+}$ is a strong oxidizing agent as it tends to reduce to $Pb^{2+}$,which is more stable due to the inert pa

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(C) The Assertion is correct because $Pb^{4+}$ is a strong oxidizing agent as it tends to reduce to $Pb^{2+}$,which is more stable due to the inert pair effect.The Reason is incorrect because the inert pair effect causes the lower oxidation state (e.g.,$+2$) to be more stable for heavier elements in group $14$,not the higher oxidation state $(+4)$.

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Assertion : $Pb^{4+}$ compounds are stronger oxidizing agents than $Sn^{4+}$ compounds.
Reason : The higher oxidation states for the group $14$ elements are more stable for the heavier members of the group due to 'inert pair effect'.

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A
If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
B
If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
C
If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
D
If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.