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Assertion : There is a sharp decline in dissolved oxygen downstream from the point of sewage discharge.
Reason : Microoganisms ionvolved in biodegradation or organic matter in the receiving water body consume a lot of oxygen.

A

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

B

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

C

If Assertion is True but the Reason if False.

D

If both Assertion `&` Reason are false.

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