Step 1: Recall expression for work of expansion.
For a given expansion from \(V_1\) to \(V_2\), work done depends on the nature of the gas and its deviation from ideal behavior.
Step 2: Compare given gases.
Nitrogen behaves most ideally among the given gases.
Gases with higher intermolecular attractions (CO\(_2\), SO\(_2\)) deviate more from ideal behavior.
Step 3: Identify maximum work condition.
More ideal the gas, greater is the work done during expansion.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Maximum work is observed in expansion of nitrogen gas.