Determining lead charge in displacement reaction with lead and sodium chloride

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Homework Statement



Complete the simple displacement reactions and balance any chemical reactions.

Homework Equations



Pb + NaCl → __________ + ____________

The Attempt at a Solution



Pb + NaCl → PbCl + Na

But I don't know which charge of lead to use: Pb2+ or Pb4+ to complete/continue my answer
 
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Shouldn't you first check with reactivity series if there is a chance for the reaction to proceed?