Assertion (A): People in high altitude areas, such as Ladakh, are unable to work long hours or do heavy labour. Reason (R1): The cold climate makes them lethargic. Reason (R2): Thin air makes them tired even when doing light tasks.
Verbal Reasoning
Assertion and Reason
Choose an option
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AIf only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
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BIf only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
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CIf both (R1) and (R2) are reasons for the assertion (A).
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DIf neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
Answer
Correct Answer: If only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
Explanation
Only R2 is correct.