Which is the main pathway for water transport in angiosperms?

The continuity of the water column in the $xylem$ is maintained due to

Physical force theory explains that:

Assertion : Upward movement of water is called ascent of sap.
Reason : Upward movement of water occurs through xylem and phloem.

Given below are two statements.
Statement $I$ - Presence of capillary water is essential.
Statement $II$ - High concentration of solutes in soil water reduces the rate of absorption of water.
In the light of the above statements,select the correct option given below:

Transpiration and root pressure cause water to rise in plants by