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    Why is the basketball red?
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    That's just how they chose to color it. They're usually orange, but can really be any color.
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    How do I draw a perfect circle?
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    Trace something that looks like a perfect circle, like the bottom of a cup or anything circular.
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    How do I make a football?
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    Start by drawing a slightly curved line. Make another curved line and connect it to the first. Draw a straight line in the center. Add three marks to the line.
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    How do I draw the lines perfectly?
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    You can use a compass, protactor, or ruler to help make your lines better. The pictures here are animations, meaning that they can be perfect. It's harder to do the same freehand.
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    How do I draw etched words and logos on a basketball that look realistic?
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    Print a picture of the logo the size you want it. Trace around it facing the paper to light. That makes it clearer to see.
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