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Assertion `:-` Proximal convoluted tubule is lined by brush-bordered cuboidal epithelium.
Reason `:-` PCT is main site of selective reabsorption of useful material from nephric filtrate.

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If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If both assertion and reason are false.

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