Consult a table of reduction potentials (Table 17-1 in the text) and determine which two metals are capable of reducing iron (II) to iron under standard conditions.

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Al and Mg have more negative reduction potentials than Fe, meaning they are more easily oxidized and can thus reduce Fe(II) to Fe under standard conditions.

Consult a Table of Reduction Potentials (Table 17-1 in the Text)