The pairs of species of oxygen and their magnetic behavior are noted below. Which of the following presents the correct description?

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O$_2^ - $, O$_2^{2 - }$ - Both diamagnetic

O⁺, O$_2^{2 - }$ - Both paramagnetic

O$_2^{ + }$, O₂ - Both paramagnetic

O, O$_2^{2 - }$ - Both paramagnetic

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