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Assertion and Reason

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Reasoning – Assertion and Reason

What is Assertion and Reason?

These questions consist of two statements: an assertion and a reason. You must determine whether each is true and whether the reason correctly explains the assertion.

Answer Choices

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C. A is true but R is false.
D. A is false but R is true.

Example Questions

  • Assertion: The Sun rises in the East.
    Reason: Earth rotates from West to East.

    Answer: Answer: A
  • Assertion: Plants produce oxygen.
    Reason: They absorb oxygen at night.

    Answer: Answer: B

Exam Tips

  • Test truth of each statement independently.
  • Then test whether R logically explains A.
  • Focus on cause-effect relationships.

Common Mistakes

  • Marking both as true without checking explanation link.
  • Confusing correlation with causation.
  • Neglecting scientific/logical clarity.

Quick Revision Checklist

  • Revise common cause-effect phenomena.
  • Understand scientific reasoning topics.
  • Practice daily-life and fact-based assertions.

Summary: Assertion and Reason questions build analytical clarity between facts and their causes. Careful reading and validation is key to accuracy.