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(A): The velocity of sound changes as we...

(A): The velocity of sound changes as we go up in the atmosphere.
(R): Pressure decreases as we go up in the atmosphere.

A

Both 'A' and 'R' are true and 'R' is the correct, explanation of 'A'.

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Both 'A' and 'R' are true and 'R' is not the correct explanation of 'A'

C

A' is true and 'R' is false

D

Both 'A' and 'R' are false

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