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Assertion (A): The presence of fructose in female genital tract indicates pregnancy.
Reason (R): Fructose is the major constituent of semen.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation for A.

B

Both A and Rare true, but R is not the correct explanation for A.

C

A is true and R is false.

D

A is false and R is true.

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To analyze the assertion and reason provided in the question, we will break down each statement and evaluate their validity. ### Step 1: Analyze the Assertion (A) The assertion states: "The presence of fructose in the female genital tract indicates pregnancy." - Fructose is a sugar that is primarily found in semen, which is produced by the male reproductive system. - The presence of fructose in the female genital tract typically indicates that sperm has been deposited there, which usually occurs during sexual intercourse. - Therefore, the assertion is incorrect because the presence of fructose does not specifically indicate pregnancy; it indicates prior sexual intercourse. ...
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