Why is powder sprinkled on the carrom board while playing carrom?

To increase the brightness of the surface of the carrom board.

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To make the surface of the carrom board rough.

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To decrease the distance covered by the carrom coins.

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To reduce the friction of the carrom board.

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Solution

The correct option is D To reduce the friction of the carrom board.
The powder sprinkled on the carrom board fills up the rough and irregular surface at microscopic level and reduces friction between the carrom coins and the surface of the board by providing a smoother surface.

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