Which of these is not among the reasons for which most pencils are yellow?
- To show that they come from China
- To make them easier to see on a desk top
- To show that they are top quality
- To copy the style of the first pencils made in the USA
Answer
The correct answer is D) To copy the style of the first pencils made in the USA.
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