What Does Not Belong on This Key Counter?

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This hardware-store key counter shows key blanks, old tags, a receipt book, a metal ruler, and a key-cutting machine. One item does not belong.

What Does Not Belong on This Key Counter?

The Answer

The correct answer is: The soft silicone key-cap sleeve is the item that does not belong..

Here is why

  1. The brass key blanks, tags, ruler, and old key machine fit the counter.
  2. Look among the key blanks for the item with a different material.
  3. The silicone key-cap sleeve is modern and does not match the older brass-and-paper setup.

Why people miss it

The sleeve is shaped like it belongs with keys, so the trick is material, not location.

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