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Question
Assertion(A): Flat-topped seamounts are known as Guyots.
Reason(R): All guyot features are of volcanic origin.
Options
Both A and R are correct and R explains A
Both A and R are correct but R does not explain A
A is correct but R is false
A is false but R is correct
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Solution
A is correct but R is false
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