The following is an Assertion/Reason question. These questions consist of two statements, each printed as Assertion and Reason. Read both statements carefully and then select the correct answer from the options below
Assertion: Smallpox was easily transmitted from one individual to another
Reason: Because the smallpox virus is waterborne and can be transmitted via the faecal-oral route
a) Both the Assertion and Reason are true, and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion
b) Both the Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion
c) The Assertion is true but the Reason is false
d) The Assertion is false but the Reason is true
e) Both the Assertion and Reason are false