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In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason. Mark the correct choice as :
Assertion : Something that appears to be in motion in relation to one observer may appear to be at rest in relation to another observer.
Reason : Motion is relative.

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 assertion is false but reason is true.

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The correct Answer is:
A
Motion is always observed and measured with respect to a frame of reference. At same time, any object can be in motion to one observer and can be at rest for another observer. Hence motion is a relative term.
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