. Read the statements given below

(i) seeds require moisture for germination

(ii) plants can absorb nutrients mostly in dissolved form

(iii) irrigation protects crops from both frost and hot air currents

(iv) irrigation improves soil texture

Choose the combination of statements which indicate the need to irrigate crops.

(a) i and ii                      

 (b) i, ii, iii

(c) i, ii, iii, iv                   

(d) i and iii