What kind of adapter do I need to hook up a DVD player to my TV?

What kind of adapter do I need to hook up a DVD player to my TV?
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You might double check the set, and see if you have the 3 RCA jack inputs (the yellow, white, and red). They have been common on sets for a long, long time. It could be in a small compartment below the screen, or behind the set, with a cover over it. Don’t be surprised if its there.
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