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What is the oxidation state of manganese in [Mn(CN)6]4−?

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+2 Correct +3 +4 +1

In [Mn(CN)6]4−, each CN− is −1, totaling −6 for 6 ligands. The overall charge is −4. Thus, x + (−6) = −4, so x = +2.

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