Assertion (A): The load factor assigned to live loads is higher than that for dead loads. Reason (R): Live loads exhibit greater variability compared to dead loads. Evaluate the following statements:

Explanation

Choose the appropriate option based on the following code: A: Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason properly explains the assertion. B: Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason does not explain the assertion. C: Assertion is correct, but the reason is incorrect. D: Assertion is incorrect, but the reason is correct. E: Both assertion and reason are incorrect.