Question

Direction - For the below Assertion [As] and Reason [R], choose the correct alternative-
Assertion [As] : It was not possible to "linger on the expedition".
Reason [R] : Once the tide turned, it came in rapidly and could cut off the return path.

• A. Both [As] and [R] are true, and [R] is the correct explanation of [As].
• B. Both [As] and [R] are true, but [R] is not the correct explanation of [As].
• C. [As] is true, but [R] is false.
• D. [As] is false, but [R] is true.

Hint:

To verify assertion-reason questions smoothly, read the assertion, add the word "because" at the end, and then read the reason. If the resulting combined sentence makes logical sense as a cause-and-effect scenario, select the option stating it is the correct explanation.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Read the Assertion and Reason.
The Assertion says one could not linger on the expedition, and the Reason says the turning tide rushes in fast and can cut off the return path.
Step 2: Judge the Assertion alone.
A constraint forbidding any delay during a coastal trip is a sensible, true situational premise.
Step 3: Judge the Reason alone.
A turning tide really does flood low ground quickly and trap travellers, so the Reason is factually true.
Step 4: Connect them with because.
One could not linger because the fast-returning tide could block the way back; the sentence reads smoothly and logically.
Step 5: Confirm the causal fit.
The danger of being cut off is exactly the reason no time could be wasted, so the Reason explains the Assertion.
Step 6: Conclude.
Both are true and the Reason is the correct explanation, option A.
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