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Assertion:The body of hemichordates is d...

Assertion:The body of hemichordates is divisible into proboscis, collar and trunk.
Reason: Proboscis gland helps in digestion.

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
Hemichordates are worm-like marine animals. Their body is composed of an anterior probosics, a collar and a long trunk. Proboscis gland is excretory in function.
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