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Question
Make pairs of different things and use the balance to decide which is heavier. First guess which thing will take the pan down and then check with your balance.
Solution
The pairs are :
- Socks and trouser - Trouser is heavier.
- Toothbrush and toothpaste - toothpaste is heavier.
- Glass and spoon - Glass is heavier.
- Dictionary and notebook - Dictionary is heavier
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