Assertion : $A$ catalyst does not alter the equilibrium constant of a reaction.
Reason : The catalyst forms a complex with the reactants and provides an alternate path with lower energy of activation for the reaction; the forward and the backward reactions are affected to the same extent.

  • A
    If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.
  • B
    If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.
  • C
    If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
  • D
    If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

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