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Assertion (A): The area of a rectangle 4 m by 5 m is 20 m. Reason (R): Area of a rectangle = length × breadth. Choose the correct option.

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  • ABoth A and R are true, and R explains A.
  • BA is false but R is true.
  • CA is true but R is false.
  • DBoth A and R are false.

Step-by-Step Solution

The number is correct, but the unit must be (square metres), not . Stated as '20 m', A is false. The formula in R, area = length × breadth, is true.
Answer: B) A is false but R is true.

Key idea: Area formulas for special shapes

**Rectangle**: area = length × breadth = .

**Square**: area = side × side = .

Units matter — both length and breadth must be in the same unit before multiplying. If is in cm and is in , convert one of them first. Always write the answer with the correct square unit or ).

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