| − | '''Pencils''' are writing utensils made out of [[wood]], with a [[graphite]] center used to make marks on a surface. They differ from [[pens]] because their marks can be erased. Number two pencils are preferred for standardized tests. | + | '''Pencils''' are writing utensils generally made of [[wood]] or [[plastic]] with a [[graphite]] center used to make marks on a surface. They differ from [[pens]] because their marks can be erased. Number two pencils are preferred for standardized tests. |