A grader is comparing a 1950s Bowman card with a 2020s Prizm Chrome card. Which of the following statements most accurately describes a key difference in the card stock and its impact on grading?
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A
Modern chrome cards use a thicker card stock that is immune to surface scratches and print lines.
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B
Vintage card stock is denser, making it less likely to suffer from corner wear than modern, flimsier stock.
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C
The softer, more porous stock of the vintage card makes it more susceptible to toning and surface wrinkles, which are evaluated within the context of the issue.
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D
Both vintage and modern cards are graded on the exact same surface wear standards, regardless of stock type.