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Tear one off and scratch my head. What once was red is black instead. What am I?

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A match is the answer.
User Ballzak
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Answer:

Matchstick

Step-by-step explanation:

A matchstick is red due to red phosphorous and when it combusts, it turns to carbon (I'm pretty sure) and becomes black. Scratching your head symbolizes striking the matchbox to light the match.

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