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Given below are two statements: Assertion (A): Abscission tortoise in Galapagos Islands became extinct within a decade after goats were introduced. Reason (R): Goats were more efficient at browsing than Aldabra tortoise. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
A
Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is correct but R is incorrect.
D
A is not correct but R is correct.
Explanation
The introduction of goats into the Galapagos Islands led to intense competition for vegetation. Goats browsed more efficiently than the native tortoises, causing a rapid decline in their population. Hence, the reason correctly explains the assertion.
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