We can see the Moon because it

absorbs light

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gives out light

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reflects light

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does not have a shadow

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Solution

The correct option is C
reflects light

The correct option is: C
Explanation of the correct option:
Option C: We can see the moon because it reflects the sunlight that falls on it
Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option A: The moon doesn't absorb any light from Sun
Option B: The moon doesn't give out light as it is non-luminous. We know that Moon is a natural satellite.
Option D: The moon does have a shadow.

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