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Assertion `:-` The primary function of sweat is to facilitate a cooling effect on the body surface.
Reason `:-` Small amount of nitrogenous wastes could be eliminated through saliva.

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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B
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