Q. Assertion A: For a given depth of cut, the output of a power shovel can be increased by decreasing the angle of swing. Reason R: If the angle of swing is decreased, the cycle time will be decreased. Select the correct answer.

• (A) Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A
• (B) Both A and R is true but R is not the correct explanation ofA
• (C) A is true but R is false
• (D) A is false but R is true