Correct answer: -1.6 Δ₀ + P
In a high-spin d⁴ octahedral complex, three electrons occupy t₂g orbitals and one electron occupies an eg orbital. The crystal field stabilization energy (CFSE) is calculated as (-0.4 × 3) + (+0.6 × 1) = -1.2 Δ₀ + pairing energy (P), which matches option B.