Directions: In the following question, the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) have been put forward. Read both statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:

Assertion: In an open circuit, the current passes from one terminal of the electric cell to another.

Reason: Generally, the metal disc of a cell acts as a positive terminal.

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Both the assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion

The assertion and the reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion

The assertion is true, but the reason is false

The statement of the assertion is false, but the reason is true

answer is D.

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The statement of the assertion is false, but the reason is true.
Assertion: In an open circuit, the current cannot flow from one terminal to another terminal because circuit continuity is broken. Current only flows when the circuit is closed.
Reason: The metal cap of an electrical cell acts as a positive terminal of the cell.

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