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Assertion (A) : Areas near the equator receive rainfall throughout the year. Reason (R) : High temperatures and high humidity cause convectional rain in most afternoons near the equator.

Assertion (A) : Areas near the equator receive rainfall throughout the year. Reason (R) : High temperatures and high humidity cause convectional rain in most afternoons near the equator.
In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct ?

(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 a correct explanation of A

(c)

A is true but R is false

(d)

A is false but R is true

Answer:

(a)

Explanation