Answer
$PO_{4}^{3-}$, Oxidation state of Phosphorus is +5
Work Step by Step
Net oxidation state of phosphate ion is -3, hence:
O: -2 x 4 = -8, hence P should have oxidation state of +5 (+5 -8 = -3)
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