The linear combination of atomic orbitals to form molecular orbitals takes place only when the combining atomic orbitals

$A$. have the same energy

$B$. have the minimum overlap

$C$. have same symmetry about the molecular axis

$D$. have different symmetry about the molecular axis

Choose the most appropriate from the options given below:

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  • A

    $A, B, C$ only

  • B

    $A$ and $C$ only

  • C

    $B, C, D$ only

  • D

    $B$ and $D$ only

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