The correct set of four quantum numbers for the outermost electron of potassium $(Z=19)$ is

  • A
    $4, 1, 0, \frac{1}{2}$
  • B
    $3, 1, 0, \frac{1}{2}$
  • C
    $4, 0, 0, \frac{1}{2}$
  • D
    $3, 0, 0, \frac{1}{2}$

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