Published by:
CGP EDU Academic Team
Published on: August 14, 2026
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion 
is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion : Straight chain alkanes have very low octane number.
Reason : Quality of gasoline is measured in terms of octane number.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The straight chain aliphatic hydrocarbons have a higher tendency to knock, thus, straight chain alkanes have very low octane number and as the length of the chain increases, octane number further decreases.
Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu
Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.
Write a Review
Share your experience with this question and solution.
Commentary
Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.
Similar Questions
Explore conceptually related problems
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…
In this type of questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason
(R). Mark…