Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative Assertion(A) : A little gap is left between iron rails. Reason (R) : Iron expands in summer.

Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative Assertion(A) : A little gap is left between iron rails. Reason (R) : Iron expands in summer. Correct Answer Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Iron expands in summer. So, gaps are left between rails to allow for expansion. 

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