Which Electron Configuration is Most Paramagnetic?

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Not sure about this question, first time I've seen paramagnetic even. Which is more paramagnetic.

4S^1

2S^2 2p^3

2S^2 2p^5

I think it's the second one because their are more unpaired electrons. Is that correct?
 
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Hi,

yes, the second one is more paramagnetic with 3 unpaired