Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Extension agents should aim to use a combination of different teaching methods rather than relying on a single method.
Reason (R): Using a combination of methods ensures that information is presented in various ways, leading to faster learning. In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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

Hint:

Mix teaching methods (lectures, demos, visuals) to engage diverse learners and boost understanding in extension education.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Check Assertion (A) alone: combining teaching methods is standard, effective extension practice, so it is true.
Step 2: Check Reason (R) alone: varied presentation suits different learning styles and speeds up understanding, so it is also true.
Step 3: Ask whether (R) answers why (A) works: yes, reaching learners through multiple channels is exactly why combining methods helps.
Step 4: Both are true and (R) explains (A), so the correct option is (1).