Question

in which group would you find elements with the highest electronegativity? group 17 group 18 group 2 group 1

Explanation:

Electronegativity increases across a period and decreases down a group. Group 17 elements (halogens) are highly electronegative as they are one - electron short of a stable noble - gas configuration and have a strong attraction for electrons. Group 18 elements (noble gases) have a stable electron configuration and generally do not attract electrons strongly. Group 1 and 2 elements are metals and tend to lose electrons rather than attract them.

Answer:

A. Group 17