In the following question, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason.Mark the correct option:
a) Both Assertion and Reasoning are true, and Reasoning is the correct explanation of Assertion.
b) Both Assertion and Reasoning are true, but Reasoning is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
c) Assertion is true, but Reasoning is false.
d) Assertion is false, but Reasoning is true.
Assertion: Indoor air pollution can be just as harmful as outdoor air pollution.
Reasoning: Indoor air pollution can be caused by factors such as cooking with solid fuels, using certain cleaning products, and secondhand smoke, which can all release harmful pollutants into the air and cause respiratory problems.
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While outdoor air pollution is often more visible and receives more attention, indoor air pollution can be just as harmful, if not more so, especially in developing countries where people may spend more time indoors and rely on solid fuels for cooking and heating. The reasoning provided explains why indoor air pollution can be harmful, and how it can be caused by various sources. Therefore, both the assertion and reasoning are true and the reasoning correctly explains the assertion.
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