The oxidation number of Pt in [Pt(C2H4)Cl3] is

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The compound exists as [Pt(C2H4)Cl3]^-
If that is the case then
X + 0+ 3(-1) = -1
X = +2
According to you : [Pt(C2H4)Cl3]
X + 0+ 3(-1) = 0
x= +3

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