Multiple choice

Assertion (A): The surface winds spiral inwards upon the centre of the cyclone. Reason (R): Air descends in the centre of the cyclone.

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

  2. Both A and R are true, 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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A Correct answer
Explanation

The surface winds spiral inwards to the centre of the cyclone, which creates a low pressure area in the centre.