Which of the following descriptions best describes electronegativity? Click on the correct answer.

A. Electronegativity can be described as how well an atom can hold onto its electrons.

B. Electronegativity can be described as how strongly an atom attracts electrons.

C. Electronegativity can be described as how much energy is required to add an electron.

D. Electronegativity can be described as how much energy is needed to take away an electron.

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