Q. Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R: Assertion A : Breast-feeding during initial period of infant growth is recommended by doctors for bringing a healthy baby Reason R: Colostrum contains several antibodies absolutely essential to develop resistance for the new born baby. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A) A is correct but R is not correct.
B) A is not correct but R is correct.
C) Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
D) Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
Explanation
[Solution by Claude - not from source] Colostrum is rich in IgA antibodies that give passive immunity, which explains the recommendation. (Medium confidence: 'absolutely essential' may be read as too strong.) Answer (3).
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