Inspite of the electronic configuration, 1s²2s²2p², carbon is tetraavalent because?

A. the electrons in both 2s and 2p orbitals have equal energy
B. the electrons in both 2s and 2p orbitals are equivalent
C. both the 2s and 2p orbitals hybridizes  
D. the six orbitals hybridize to four

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Correct Answer: C