Assertion(A): Procaine and Lidocaine are local anaesthetics and cause loss of sensation in the area in which it is applied without losing consciousness. Reason (R): They block pain perception that is transmitted via peripheral nerve fibres to the brain. (a) Both A and R are correct and R explains A. (b) Both A and R are correct but R does not explain A. (c) A is correct but R is wrong. (d) A is wrong but R is correct.

Assertion(A): Procaine and Lidocaine are local anaesthetics and cause

1.	Assertion(A): Procaine and Lidocaine are local anaesthetics and cause loss of sensation in the area in which it is applied without losing consciousness. Reason (R): They block pain perception that is transmitted via peripheral nerve fibres to the brain. (a) Both A and R are correct and R explains A. (b) Both A and R are correct but R does not explain A. (c) A is correct but R is wrong. (d) A is wrong but R is correct.
Answer» (a) Both A and R are correct and R explains A.