Question

Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion (A) and the other one is labeled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Bacillus megaterium is an efficient P-solubilizing bacteria.
Reason (R) : Bacillus megaterium produces different organic acids for dissolution.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
• B. Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A).
• C. (A) is true but (R) is false.
• D. (A) is false but (R) is true.

Hint:

Applying PSB biofertilizers like *Bacillus megaterium* can significantly improve fertilizer use efficiency, allowing farmers to reduce the application rates of expensive chemical phosphorus fertilizers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A