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Assertion: Lithium is most reducing element.
Reason: IP of lithium is minimum in the elements.

A

If both Assertion & Reason are True & the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion

B

If both Assertion & Reason are True but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion

C

If Assertion is True but the Reason is False

D

If both Assertion & Reason are False

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The correct Answer is:
C
Li is strongest reducing agent due to higher value of hydration energy.
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