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Assertion (A): Humans are gregarious animals. Reason (R1): Humans are selfish. Reason (R2): Humans are gifted with the power of logic and thinking.

If only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
If only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
If both (R1) and (R2) are reasons for the assertion (A).
If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Correct Answer: If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Explanation:

Humans are gregarious animals because they live in groups.

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