Assertion (A): Modernisation and equity can pull in different directions.
Reason (R): Labour-saving machines can raise output while cutting jobs.

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A new machine modernises production but may throw workers out, which hurts equity.
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Assertion (A): Modernisation and equity can pull in different directions.Reason (R): Labour-saving machines can raise output while cutting jobs.

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Assertion (A): Modernisation and equity can pull in different directions.
Reason (R): Labour-saving machines can raise output while cutting jobs.