Asked by Preeti Deshpande on Jul 03, 2024

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The impression or pattern that can be seen when paper is held up to the light is called a ____.

A) photo-sensitive mark
B) watermark
C) letterhead
D) logo
E) copyright

Watermark

A recognizable image or pattern in paper or digital form that appears as various shades of lightness/darkness, used to identify authenticity and prevent counterfeiting.

Photo-sensitive Mark

A type of indicator or feature on an object that changes its appearance in response to light exposure.

  • Understand the role and characteristics of letterheads in formal communication.
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Zybrea KnightJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A watermark is a recognizable image or pattern in paper that appears as various shades of lightness/darkness when viewed by transmitted light (or when viewed by reflected light, atop a dark background), caused by thickness or density variations in the paper.