Question

Study the following statements regarding the lubricants used on a carom-board.:
(1) Water cannot be used because the board absorbs it.
(2) Oil cannot be used because it will make it dirty.
From the above statements we can infer that 'powder' is a suitable lubricant because:

• A. It does not react and is safe
• B. It has a pleasant smell
• C. It is cheap and does not flow
• D. It has colour

Answer 1

The correct option is A It does not react and is safe

Statement 1 suggests that water reacts with the board and statement two suggests that the board needs to be clean to play.

For powder to be used it should not have the effect which water and oil have on the board.

Option A is correct.