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Assertion `(A) : ` The presence of `CO_(2)` in the air accelerates corrosion.
Reason `(R): CO_(2)` is a poisonous gas.

A

If both `(A)` and `(R)` are correct, and `(R)` is the correct explanation of `(A)`.

B

If both `(A)` and `(R)` are correct, but `(R)` is not the correct explanation of `(A)`.

C

If `(A)` is correct, but `(R)` is incorrect.

D

If `(A)` is incorrect, `(R)` is correct.

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The correct Answer is:
c
`(A)` is correct and `(R)` is incorrect.
Correct reason `: Fe` in contact with the dissolved `CO_(2)` and `O_(2)` undergoes oxidation faster. `(` Refer Section `)` .
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