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Assertion : Reduction of a metal oxide i...

Assertion : Reduction of a metal oxide is easier if the metal formed is in liquid state at the temperature of reduction.
Reason : The entropy is higher if the metal is in liquid state.

A

If both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of(A).

B

If both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

C

If (A) is correct, but (R) is incorrect.

D

If both (A) and (R) are incorrect.

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