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how would I determine the hybridization of the carbon atom if it has 3 single bonds with hydrogen and no free electrons?

Do I draw this out??

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Is this a carbon ion? Carbon is 1s2 2s2 2p2. If we unpair the 2s2 to make 1s2 2s1 2p1 2p1 2p1 and combine a H atom with each of the 3p, for example, it seems to me 1 electron is left over. Thus, if it has no free electrons then C must be charged 1+. Am I missing something? Or interpreting your question incorrectly?
That's fine. I get it.

Thanks Dr.Bob =)