Consider the following statements : 1. The value of $\cos 46^{\circ}-\sin 46^{\circ}$ is positive. 2. The value of $\cos 44^{\circ}-\sin 44^{\circ}$ is negative. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A

  $1$ only
• B

  $2$ only
• C

  Both $1$ and $2$
• Correct answer
  D

  Neither $1$ nor $2$

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.