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Search Engine Optimization
Technical SEO
Beginner
Q
What does rel="canonical" do?
AIt blocks crawling
BIt tells search engines the preferred URL among duplicate or similar pages; it is a strong hint, not a directive
CIt forces a redirect
DIt deletes duplicate pages
Correct Answer:
B. It tells search engines the preferred URL among duplicate or similar pages; it is a strong hint, not a directive
Explanation:
Google may choose a different canonical if other signals conflict with the hint.
ALSO KNOW (related points):
• What is the main purpose of an XML sitemap? → To help search engines discover URLs and understand which pages are important; it does not guarantee indexing
