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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.
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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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