Arrange the following elements in order of increasing electronegativity (from smallest to largest).

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Electronegativity increases across a period from left to right and decreases down a group in the periodic table. Thus, for the elements listed (Li, C, N, F), lithium (Li) has the lowest electronegativity as it is furthest to the left and lowest in the periodic table. Fluorine (F) has the highest electronegativity as it is furthest to the right. Carbon (C) and nitrogen (N) fall in between, with C being less electronegative than N. Therefore, the correct order from smallest to largest electronegativity is Li < C < N < F.

Arrange the Following Elements in Order of Increasing Electronegativity (From