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AWith a gas lighter and wick
BWith a spark from a battery
CWith a bolt of lightning
DWith a mirror focusing sunlight
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. With a mirror focusing sunlight
A parabolic mirror focuses the sun's rays onto a torch, following ancient Greek rituals.
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