Question
Assertion (A): Each human trait is influenced by both paternal and maternal DNA.
Reason (R): As compared to the father, the mother contributes more amount of genetic material to the child.

Answer

(D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Explanation:
Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

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