Hydrogen exhibits negative oxidation state with:

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Solution

The correct option is C Na
Among the given options $N a$ is correct because $N a$ is less electronegative than $H$ form $N a - H$ . whereas $O, F, C l$ are more electronegative than $H$ .

Hence, $H$ cannot exhibit a negative oxidation state with them.

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