What is the correct order of bond lengths in the following molecules? $I. O_2, II. O_2^+, III. O_2^-, IV. O_2^{2-}$

  • A
    $III > IV > II > I$
  • B
    $III > IV > I > II$
  • C
    $IV > III > II > I$
  • D
    $IV > III > I > II$

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