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Assertion The bridges were declared unsafe after a long use.ReasonElastic strength of bridges losses with time. A. If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.B. If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.C. If assertion is true but reason is false.D. If assertion and reason are both false.

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The assertion is true: "The bridges were declared unsafe after a long use." Bridges can indeed become unsafe after prolonged use due to wear and tear, deterioration, and other factors.

The reason, "Elastic strength of bridges losses with time," is not entirely accurate. While it is true that bridges can lose some of their elasticity and strength over time, the primary reason for the unsafety of bridges after prolonged use is not necessarily the loss of elasticity. It's more related to factors like corrosion, fatigue, material degradation, and structural damage.

So, the correct answer is:

B. If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.