Assertion (A): Co-operative learning activities require students to work together to complete a task or solve a problem. Reason (R): These techniques identify a weak learner and separate them from the group for special attention.

1. ABoth A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. BBoth A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. CA is correct but R is not correct
4. DA is not correct but R is correct

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Correct answer: C. A is correct but R is not correct

Explanation

Co-operative learning (Johnson and Johnson; Kagan) relies on interdependent small groups and peer support. Isolating weak learners contradicts it.