Multiple choice

Directions: The following items consist of two statements, one labelled as 'Assertion (A)' and the other labelled as 'Reason (R)'. You are to examine these two statements carefully and decide if the Assertion (A) and the Reason (R) are individually true and if so, whether the reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion. Select your answer to these items using the codes given below. Assertion (A) : Equatorial region is an area of sluggish development. Reason (R) : Extreme climatic conditions prevail here.

  1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

  2. Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.

  3. A is true but R is false.

  4. A is false but R is true.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The equatorial region is often characterized by dense forests and difficult terrain, which can hinder infrastructure development, but it is not universally an area of 'sluggish development' in economic terms. The reason given, 'extreme climatic conditions', is true as it is hot and humid, but it is not the primary or sole explanation for development levels.

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