Question

Assertion (A): The use-and-throw concept is a significant cause of waste accumulation.

Reason (R): With development in technology today, waste generation is increasing.

Options

• Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

• Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.

• A is true, but R is false.

• A is false, but R is true.

Answer 1

Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.

Explanation:

Both statements are true. Use-and-throw items cause garbage accumulation. Technological development also increases modern waste, such as electronics. However, technology is not the reason why people choose disposables. People use disposables for convenience, not because of new technology. Therefore, the reason does not explain the assertion.