32. Assertion A : Pure lime takes a long time to develop adequate strength. Reason R : Pure lime has slow hardening characteristics. Select your answer according to the coding system given below ? September 7, 2025 by Admin A. Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A B. Both A and R are true and R is not a correct explanation of A C. A is true but R is false D. A is false but R is true ✅ The correct answer is option A.