Assertion–Reason (Evaluate Truth and Explanation): Assertion (A): Mobile phones have penetrated the remotest areas of the country, and now almost everyone uses smartphones. Reason (R): Smartphones have replaced older phones and companies compete to launch better models.
Verbal Reasoning
Assertion and Reason
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
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ABoth (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
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BBoth (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
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C(A) is true, but (R) is false.
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D(A) is false, but (R) is true.
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EBoth (A) and (R) are false.
Answer
Correct Answer: (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Explanation
Introduction / Context:The assertion makes two strong claims—near-universal smartphone use and penetration into the remotest areas. The reason describes market dynamics.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- (A) Uses “almost everyone,” which is too strong; digital divides persist.
- (R) States that smartphones replaced older phones and firms compete—generally true as market trend.
Concept / Approach:Separate descriptive market facts from over-generalized adoption claims.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) (A) is false due to affordability, age, accessibility, and preference gaps.2) (R) is largely true: rapid product cycles and migration from feature phones exist.3) A false assertion cannot be explained by a true reason.Verification / Alternative check:Even with wide 4G/5G availability, some remote zones/users lack smartphones.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:(a)/(b) require (A) true; (c) requires (R) false; (e) claims both false.
Common Pitfalls:Equating high penetration with universality; ignoring last-mile constraints.
Final Answer:Option D: (A) false, (R) true.