Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion and Reason.
Assertion: In lined canals, the increased velocity eliminates the possibility of silting in the canal bed.
Reason: Canal lining provides a smooth and stable surface and thus, the velocity of the flow can be increased.
1
Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
2
Both Assertion and Reason are false.
3
Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
4
Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
5
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