$Assertion$ : The escape speed does not depend on the direction in which the projectile is fired.
$Reason$ : Attaining the escape speed is easier if a projectile is fired in the direction the launch site is moving as the earth rotates about its axis.

  • 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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