There are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Assertion (A): Non-communicable diseases caused an estimated 57 million deaths worldwide in 2016. Reason (R): Non-communicable diseases are primarily caused by infectious agents such as bacteria and viruses. Mark your answer as per the codes provided below:

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(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.

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Answer 1

Both (A) and (R) are false.

Answer 2

(A) is wrong but (R) is correct.

Answer 3

(A) is correct but (R) is wrong.

Answer 4

Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

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