The standard reduction potentials at $25^o \text{C}$ for $Li^{+}/Li$,$Ba^{2+}/Ba$,$Na^{+}/Na$,and $Mg^{2+}/Mg$ are $-3.05 \ V$,$-2.73 \ V$,$-2.71 \ V$,and $-2.37 \ V$ respectively. Which of the following is the strongest oxidizing agent?

  • A
    $Na^{+}$
  • B
    $Li^{+}$
  • C
    $Ba^{2+}$
  • D
    $Mg^{2+}$

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