Red tape can be used to repair a broken taillight on a car. In one or two sentences, explain how different colors of light are transmitted, reflected, and absorbed by this kind of tape.

(2 points)

Red tape appears red because it reflects and transmits red light while absorbing other colors of light, causing them to appear as black or dark areas on the tape.

Red tape can be used to repair a broken taillight on a car because it transmits and absorbs red light while reflecting other colors, allowing the taillight to emit red light and meet the required safety standards for a functioning taillight.