[Solved] How does Google handle duplicate content when ranking pages? — Ans: It ranks only one version to avoid showing duplicates | SEO Fundamentals

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How does Google handle duplicate content when ranking pages?

AIt ranks all duplicates equally

BIt ranks only one version to avoid showing duplicates

CIt penalizes all pages with duplicate content

DIt ignores content and ranks by page color

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Google's duplicate content policy
Google tries to show only one version of duplicate content to users.
Step 2: Evaluate other options
Google does not rank all duplicates equally or ignore content; penalties apply only in spam cases.
Final Answer:
It ranks only one version to avoid showing duplicates -> Option B
Quick Check:
Duplicate content = One ranked version [OK]

Quick Trick: Google shows one version of duplicates [OK]

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