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The colour of the black box flight recorder

  1. Black

  2. White

  3. Orange

  4. Blue
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Despite being called a 'black box,' aircraft flight recorders are painted bright orange to make them highly visible for recovery teams after crashes. The orange color with reflective tape makes them easier to spot in wreckage or underwater.

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