Assertion (A):People in high altitude areas, such as Ladakh,

Home » Verbal Reasoning » Assertion and Reason » Question

Assertion (A):
People in high altitude areas, such as Ladakh, are unable to work long hours or do heavy labour.
Reason (R1):
The cold climate makes them lethargic.
Reason (R2):
Thin air makes them tired even when doing light tasks.

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: B

Only R2 is correct.