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Assertion: Current is a scalar quantity.
Reason: Electric current arises due to continuous flow of charged particles or ions.

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If both Assertion `&` Reason are True `&` the Reason is a correct explanantion of the Assertion

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If both Assertion `&` Reason True but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion

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If Assertion is True but the Reason is False

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If both Assertion `&` Reason are False.

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To analyze the assertion and reason provided in the question, let's break it down step by step. ### Step 1: Understanding the Assertion The assertion states that "Current is a scalar quantity." - **Explanation**: A scalar quantity is one that has only magnitude and no direction. In the case of electric current, it can be measured in amperes and is represented by a single value. ### Step 2: Understanding the Reason The reason provided is "Electric current arises due to continuous flow of charged particles or ions." - **Explanation**: Electric current (I) is defined as the rate of flow of electric charge (Q) through a conductor. Mathematically, it is expressed as: \[ I = \frac{Q}{t} \] where \(Q\) is the total charge flowing and \(t\) is the time taken. This definition indicates that current is indeed related to the motion of charged particles. ### Step 3: Analyzing the Relationship Between Assertion and Reason Now, we need to determine if the reason supports the assertion. - While both the assertion and the reason are true, the reason does not directly explain why current is a scalar quantity. The fact that current arises from the flow of charged particles does not inherently imply that it is a scalar. The assertion is based on the nature of current being additive in terms of magnitude, regardless of the direction of flow in different wires. ### Conclusion Based on the analysis: - The assertion is true: Current is a scalar quantity. - The reason is true: Current arises due to the flow of charged particles. - However, the reason does not explain the assertion. Thus, the correct answer is that both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason does not explain the assertion. ### Final Answer Both assertion and reason are true, but the reason does not explain the assertion. ---
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