The first ionisation potential $(IP)$ of the elements $Na$,$Mg$,$Si$,$P$,$Cl$ and $Ar$ are $5.14$,$7.65$,$8.15$,$10.49$,$12.97$ and $15.76 \ eV$,respectively. The $IP$ (in $eV$) of $K$ is closest to

  • A
    $18.3$
  • B
    $18.2$
  • C
    $4.3$
  • D
    $6.4$

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