Question

Assertion : Theine cause bitterness and astringency of tea leaves.

Reason : The flavour of tea is due to the ethereal oil.

• A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
• B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
• C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
• D. If both the assertion and reason are false
• E. If the assertion is false but reason is true

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

If the assertion is false but reason is true

Theine is responsible for the stimulating and refreshing qualities of the tea, where as the bitterness and astringency of the leaves are due to tannins. The aroma and flavour of tea is due to the presence of the ethereal oil. So, the correct answer is 'If the assertion is false but reason is true'