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Assertion : We can boil water in a paper cup.
Reason : Ignition temperature of paper is too high

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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The correct Answer is:
C
In presence of water the ignition temperature of paper is not reached hence it does not burn.
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