The oxidation state of potassium ion K = +1
The oxidation state of oxygen ion O = -2
So, the oxidation state of O2 is = -2 x 2 = -4
Since, KBrO2 is neutral so,
(+1) + (x) + (-4) = Zero
-3 + X = Zero
So, X = +3
The oxidation state of individual bromine atom in KBrO2 is +3
