Q.

Assertion A: Alkene is more reactive than corresponding alkane.

Reason R: Alkenes contain carbon-carbon double bond.

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a

A is true, but R is false

b

A and R are true, R does not explain A

c

A and R are true, R explains A

d

A is false, but R is true

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Alkanes contain only sigma bonds while alkene contains at least one pi-bond. 

We know that it is easier to activate pi-bond than sigma bond. As a result alkenes are more reactive than alkanes.

Thus, both assertion and reason are correct and the reason is the correct explanation for the assertion.

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