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Assertion (A):
The bridge that was built over the railway track collapsed within a year of its construction.
Reason (R1):
The bridge had faulty design.
Reason (R2):
Kickbacks were paid by the contractor to the engineers.
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- If only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
- If only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
- If both (R1) and (R2) are reasons for the assertion (A).
- If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
Correct Option: A
Kickbacks do not imply use of faulty design or inferior quality material, which is the cause of collapse.