Multiple choice

Why do we sprinkle fine powder on carom?

  1. To increase friction.

  2. To decrease the force used for striking.

  3. To decrease friction.

  4. To prevent the wood of carom board.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Sprinkling fine powder on a carom board reduces friction between the striker and board surface, allowing pieces to slide more freely and smoothly. Increasing friction would make the game harder to play, and the powder's purpose is not force reduction or wood protection.

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