Assertion: A catalyst increases the rate of a reaction.
Reason: In presence of a catalyst, the activation energy of the reaction decreases.

Options

A. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True and Statement-2 is a correct explanation for Statement-1
B. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True and Statement-2 is NOT a correct explanation for Statement-1
C. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is False
D. Statement-1 is False, Statement-2 is True

Explanation

To analyze the given assertion and reason, let's break it down step by step:

### Step 1: Understand the Assertion
The assertion states that "A catalyst increases the rate of a reaction."

- **Analysis**: While it is true that a positive catalyst increases the rate of a reaction, the term "catalyst" is broad and can refer to both positive and negative catalysts. A negative catalyst can decrease the rate of a reaction. Therefore, the assertion is not universally correct.

### Step 2: Understand the Reason
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