Question

Assertion (A): Water transport is a risky mode of transportation.

Reason (R): The risk of accident is high as the ship/boat could sink any time.

Options

• Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).

• Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).

• Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.

• Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.

Answer 1

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).

Explanation:

Water transport is considered risky because there is a high possibility of accidents, such as ships or boats sinking. This risk explains why water transport is seen as a risky mode of transportation.