NEET 2026 Biology Question 172
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Question
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R. Assertion A : Abingdon tortoise in Galapagos islands became extinct within a decade after goats were introduced. Reason R : Goats were more efficient at browsing than Abingdon tortoise. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
Options
- 1Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- 2Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- 3Ais correct but R is not correct
- 4A is not correct but R is correct
Supplied answer marker
Option 1 - Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
Explanation
Explanation will be updated after review.

