If an element is in its lowest oxidation state under proper conditions, it can act as

Reducing agent

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Oxidizing agent

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Both the reducing and oxidizing agent

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Neither oxidizing nor reducing agent

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Solution

The correct option is A
Reducing agent

Since the element is in lowest oxidation state, it can further oxidize into higher oxidation state hence it can act as reducing agent.

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