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Which element in group 15 has the highest tendency to form stable compounds in the +3 oxidation state?

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Explanation

The +3 oxidation state becomes more stable down group 15 due to the inert pair effect. Bi forms stable BiCl₃ (+3), more so than N, P, or As, where +5 is also common.

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