Assertion : La(OH)(3) is more basic than...

Assertion : `La(OH)_(3)` is more basic than `Lu(OH)_(3)`.
Reason : Size of `Lu^(3+)` increases and shows more covalent character.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false

D

If both assertion and reason are false.

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