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Assertion (A) : F2 is a strong oxidising...

Assertion (A) : `F_2` is a strong oxidising agent.
Reason (R ) : Electron gain enthalpy of fluorine is less negative.

A

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct statements, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

B

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are correct statements, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).

C

Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is incorrect statement.

D

Assertion (A) is incorrect, but Reason (R) is correct statement.

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