Question

For question numbers 9and 10 two statements are given one labelled Assertion (A) and
the other labelled Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the
codes a, b, c and d as given below.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of the assertion .
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is false but R is true.
9. Assertion- Lack of forest cover leads to soil erosion, floods and landslides.
Reason- The roots of trees in forest absorb rainwater and check the flow of water during
heavy rains.
10. Assertion: school bags are given broad straps
Reason: To increase the area over which the weight of the bag acts, thereby
Increasing the pressure on the person carrying them

Answer 1

Answer:

question number 9

both A and R are true and R is the correct explaination of A