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Which of the following statements is correct?

A

All metals are ductile.

B

All non-metals are ductile.

C

Generally, metals are ductile.

D

Some non-metals are ductile.

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Generally, metals are ductile
However, mercury metal- a liquid at room temperature - cannot be drawn into wires and is not ductile.
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