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      The following equation is an example of a redox reaction, in which \[C{{l}_{2}}\] is the oxidizing agent and \[FeB{{r}_{3}}\] is the reducing agent:

\[2FeB{{r}_{3}}\,\,(aq)\,\,+\,\,3C{{l}_{2}}\,\,(g)=2FeCl\,{{\,}_{3}}(aq)\,\,+\,\,3B{{r}_{2}}\,\,(1)\]

Which one among the following statements is incorrect for this redox reaction? [NDA]

A) Oxidizing agents are themselves reduced

B) Reducing agents gain or appear to gain electrons

C) Reducing agents are themselves oxidized

D) Oxidizing agents oxidize other substances