Which set of quantum numbers is not possible

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The discussion centers on identifying an impossible set of quantum numbers from the given options. Participants note that all provided sets appear valid based on quantum mechanics principles. There is speculation that the question may be misphrased, possibly intending to ask which sets correspond to ground states of known elements. The lack of a "none of the above" option in the question is highlighted as a potential flaw. Ultimately, all listed sets are considered correct under standard quantum number rules.
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Which set of quantum numbers is not possible?
a. N = 5, l =3 , ml = 0 , ms = -1/2
b. N = 1, l = 0, ml = 0 , ms = 1/2
c. N = 3 ,l = 2, ml = 1, ms = 1/2
d. N = 4, l = 3, ml = -3, ms = 1/2
e. N = 5, l = 2, ml = 0, ms = -1/2

They all look possible to me and there is no none of the above option in the question
 
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i think the question is wrong :P
 
Taken verbatim all these answers are perfectly correct sets of quantum numbers.

Perhaps what the question is trying to ask is "which of these do appear in the ground states of known elements". But I am just guessing/speculating.
 
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