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I am an ancient unit of measuring length. I am measured from the tip of the little finger all the way to the tip of the thumb along the palm.

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Cubit

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Handspan

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Inch

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Palm

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The correct option is B Handspan
Handspan is one of the ancient units of measurement. It is taken as the maximum distance between the tips of the thumb and little finger - a measurement equal to 9 inches in today's world.

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