Question

Assertion (A): Some children fall ill more frequently than others.

Reason (R): Weak immune system makes children more susceptible to diseases.​

Answer 1

Both the Assertion (A) and the Reason (R) are correct and the Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

Why do some people fall ill more than others?

• Every human being has an immune system which helps it in fighting pathogens and hence staying away from diseases.
• Some children might have a stronger immune system than the others.
• Children with a weaker immune system will be more prone to diseases than children with a stronger immune system.
• A balanced diet which has proper nutrition can boost the immune system of a person.