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What purpose do both soaps and synthetic detergents serve regarding water?

Options

  1. AThey make water taste better.
  2. BThey improve the color of water.
  3. CThey improve the cleansing properties of water.
  4. DThey purify water for drinking.

Correct answer

C. They improve the cleansing properties of water.

Step-by-step solution

Both soaps and synthetic detergents improve the cleansing properties of water.

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