Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Strength is the ability of a muscle to get over resistance.
Reason (R): Strength depend on cross section, morphology of the muscle and body weight.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Always ensure that when evaluating such questions, you consider both the correctness of the statements and whether one provides a valid explanation for the other.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Question:

• This is an Assertion-Reason question on muscular strength.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

• Assertion (A): Strength is the ability of a muscle (or muscle group) to overcome resistance. This is correct.

• Reason (R): Strength depends on the cross-section of the muscle, its morphology and body weight. This is also correct.

• But (R) lists factors that determine the amount of strength; it does not explain what strength is, i.e. it is not the explanation of the definition in (A).

Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct option is (B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).