Assertion (A):The average weight of an urban person has

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Assertion (A):
The average weight of an urban person has witnesseed an increase over the past few decades.
Reason (R1):
Food is available in abundance.
Reason (R2):
Intake of food rich in fats and refined cereals combined with sedentary lifestyle has become a trend.

1. If only reason 1 (R1) and not reason 2 (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).
2. If only reason 2 (R2) and not reason 1 (R1) is the reason for the assertion (A).
3. If both (R1) and (R2) are reasons for the assertion (A).
4. If neither (R1) nor (R2) is the reason for the assertion (A).

Correct Option: C

Both reasons have contributed to the general rise in weight.