Question

Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other one labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Only vegetatively propagated planting are responsible for transboundary movement of pathogens.
Reason (R) : High moisture contents in the vegetative propagation material supports pathogen viability.
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:

Be cautious of absolute terms like "only," "always," or "never" in scientific assertion statements, as they often make the statement false.
While vegetative propagation is a major pathway for pathogen movement, it is not the only pathway.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D