Q. Consider the following regarding a Blizzard:
Assertion (A): A blizzard is a tropical storm with heavy rainfall and strong winds.
Reason (R): It occurs when polar or continental cold air masses interact with moist maritime or tropical air, producing intense snowfall accompanied by violent winds.

[A] Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

[B] Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A

[C] A is true, but R is false

[D] A is false, but R is true

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Assertion (A) is incorrect: A blizzard is not a tropical storm with rainfall; it is a severe mid-latitude snowstorm with strong winds, low temperatures, and near-zero visibility caused by blowing snow.
  • Reason (R) is correct: Blizzards occur when cold polar or continental air masses meet moist maritime or tropical air, leading to intense snowfall accompanied by violent winds.

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