Answer
the sum of the oxidation states of the $\mathrm{C}$ and $\mathrm{O}$ is 0 because the CO groups in $\mathrm{Fe}(\mathrm{CO})_{5}$ are neutral molecules. The oxidation state of Fe is 0 as well.
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General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications (10th Edition)
by Petrucci, Ralph H.; Herring, F. Geoffrey; Madura, Jeffry D.; Bissonnette, Carey
Published by
Pearson Prentice Hal
ISBN 10:
0132064529
ISBN 13:
978-0-13206-452-1
Chapter 23 - The Transition Elements - 23-5 Concept Assessment - Page 1054: 23-5
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