Which statement about electronegativity is correct?

A. Electronegativity decreases across a period.

B. Electronegativity increases down a group.

C. Metals generally have lower electronegativity values than non-metals.

D. Noble gases have the highest electronegativity values.

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Keyon White · Answer 1

Electronegativity generally increases from left to right across a period, therefore D. Noble gases have the highest electronegativity values.

Jamar Stuart · Answer 2

The statement about electronegativity that is correct is D. Noble gases have the highest electronegativity values.

Which statement about electronegativity is correct?A. Electronegativity decreases across a period.B. Electronegativity increases down a group.C. Metals generally have lower electronegativity values than non-metals.D. Noble gases have the highest electronegativity values.