Which among the following lanthanoids forms the most stable $+2$ oxidation state?

  • A
    $Eu$ $(Z=63)$
  • B
    $Ce$ $(Z=58)$
  • C
    $Pm$ $(Z=61)$
  • D
    $Gd$ $(Z=64)$

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