Assertion : A simple leaf has undivided lamina
Reason : Leaves showing pinnate and palmate venation have various type of incisions.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

B

Explanation

A leaf is said to be simple when its lamina is entire (undivided) or in used to any depth but not upto the midrib or petiole. The pattern of incision depends on type venation i.e. pinnatifid and palmatifid (based on depth of incision).