'Spin only' magnetic moment is same for which of the following ions?

A. $$\mathrm{Ti}^{3+}$$

B. $$\mathrm{Cr}^{2+}$$

C. $$\mathrm{Mn}^{2+}$$

D. $$\mathrm{Fe}^{2+}$$

E. $$\mathrm{Sc}^{3+}$$

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

The $$\mathrm{E}^{\circ}$$ value for the $$\mathrm{Mn}^{3+} / \mathrm{Mn}^{2+}$$ couple is more positive than that of $$\mathrm{Cr}^{3+} / \mathrm{Cr}^{2+}$$ or $$\mathrm{Fe}^{3+} / \mathrm{Fe}^{2+}$$ due to change of

The pair of lanthanoid ions which are diamagnetic is

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Ionisation enthalpy increases along each series of the transition elements from left to right. However, small variations occur.

Reason (R) : There is corresponding increase in nuclear charge which accompanies the filling of electrons in the inner d-orbitals.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :