Q. Assertion : Reduction of a metal oxide is easier if the metal formed is in liquid state at the temperature of reduction.
Reason : The entropy is higher if the metal is in liquid state.

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Solution:

Reduction of a metal oxide is easier if the metal is formed in a liquid state at the temperatures of the reduction because the entropy is higher if the metal is in a liquid state.