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Task · part of 9. Symbols, and a symbol of your own

9(c). Ten text symbols or emoticons

Required

Discuss text-message symbols and why they are used. Give your favorite 10, then see if your parent, guardian or counselor can identify the meaning or usage of each.

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  1. Signs, Signals, and Codes Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 9(c)

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