Distemper is (A) A paint consisting of powdered chalk, pigments and water (B) A water proofing agent (C) A paint consisting of coloured cement and water (D) A drying agent

Distemper is
(A) A paint consisting of powdered chalk, pigments and water
(B) A water proofing agent
(C) A paint consisting of coloured cement and water
(D) A drying agent
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Answer: Option A
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