Assertion : Generally the path of a projectile from the earth is parabolic but it is elliptical for projectiles going to a very large height. Reason : The path of a projectile is independent of the gravitational force of earth.

(a)       If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

(b)       If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

(c)        If assertion is true but reason is false.

(d)       If the assertion and reason both are false.

(e)       If assertion is false but reason is true.

Answer: c

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