Highest electron affinity is shown by :

O^{-}

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F^{-}

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C l_{2}

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F_{2}

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Solution

The correct option is A $O^{-}$
The anion of oxygen needs one electron to complete its octet while others have already achieved their octet configuration. Hence, electron affinity for $O^{-}$ will be higher.

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