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Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative Assertion (A) : We feel colder on mountains than on plains. Reason (R) : Temperature decreases with altitude.

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.

Correct Answer: Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Explanation:

Higher above the sea level, temperature decreases at the rate of 1 degree centigarade for every 165 me-tres of ascent making mountain peaks colder.

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