A solution containing vanadium (chemical symbol V) in an unknown oxidation state was electrolyzed with a current of 1.48 A for 37.4 min. It was found that 0.438 g of V was deposited on the cathode. What was the original oxidation state of the vanadium ion? The original oxidation state of the vanadium ion =

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A solution containing vanadium (chemical symbol V) in an unknown oxidation state was electrolyzed with a current of 1.48 A for 37.4
min. It was found that 0.438 g of V was deposited on the cathode.
What was the original oxidation state of the vanadium ion?
The original oxidation state of the vanadium ion =
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