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Assertion (A): Standardisation and simplification of work help in reducing cost and improving efficiency.
Reason (R): Standardisation sets benchmarks for processes, products, and materials.

ABoth A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

BBoth A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

CA is true, R is false

DA is false, R is true

Answer:

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

Read Explanation:

  • Standardisation and simplification cut costs and set benchmarks for quality and efficiency.

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