Multiple choice

Assertion (A): Vinblastine and vincristine are both used to treat cancer. Reason (R): They are traditionally obtained from Catharanthus roseus.

Directions: Read the following information and answer the question given below.

In the following question, there are two statements; Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Consider both the statements independently and mark your answers as under:

1. If A and R both are correct and R is the correct explanation of A 
2. If A and R both are correct and R is not the correct explanation of A 
3. If A is correct and R is incorrect 
4. If A is incorrect and R is correct 
5. If A and R both are incorrect

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  2. 2

  3. 3

  4. 4

  5. 5
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Vinblastine and vincristine (vinca alkaloids) belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastics. They are traditionally obtained from Catharanthus roseus (periwinkle plant), also known as Vinca rosea.

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