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What is the best way to determine if a particular weed is a dandelion or a thistle?
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The best way to determine if a particular weed is a dandelion or a thistle is to examine it closely. Look for characteristics such as leaf shape, size, color and texture that are unique to each plant species. If you can find these features in the weed, then you can be sure that it is a dandelion or thistle.