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_______ is cheaper than silk and can be woven like silk fibres.

A

Nylon

B

Rayon

C

Polyester

D

Jute

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for a material that is cheaper than silk and can be woven like silk fibers. 2. **Review the Options**: The options provided are nylon, rayon, polyester, and jute. 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Nylon**: This is a synthetic fiber, but it is not known for being cheaper than silk. - **Rayon**: This is a semi-synthetic fiber made from wood pulp. It is often referred to as "artificial silk" because it has a similar texture and appearance to silk, and it is indeed cheaper than silk. - **Polyester**: This is another synthetic fiber, but it is not specifically known for resembling silk. - **Jute**: This is a natural fiber, but it does not have the same properties as silk and is not used in the same way. 4. **Identify the Correct Answer**: Based on the analysis, rayon is the only option that is cheaper than silk and can be woven like silk fibers. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is **rayon**. **Final Answer**: Rayon is cheaper than silk and can be woven like silk fibers. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for a material that is cheaper than silk and can be woven like silk fibers. 2. **Review the Options**: The options provided are nylon, rayon, polyester, and jute. 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Nylon**: This is a synthetic fiber, but it is not known for being cheaper than silk. ...
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