In the question given below, there are 2 statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose the correct alternative from the following options.

Assertion (A)- The share of power and telecommunication infrastructure is greater in low-income countries.

Reason (R)- As economies mature the share of agriculture in the economy shrinks and more service-related infrastructure is required.

(A) is false but (R) is true.

In any country, as income rises, the composition of infrastructure requirements changes significantly. For low-income countries, basic infrastructure services, like irrigation, transport, and power, are more important. As economies mature and most of their basic consumption demands are met, the share of agriculture in the economy shrinks and more service-related infrastructure is required. This is why the share of power and telecommunication infrastructure is greater in high-income countries.