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What happens when a pawn reaches the last rank?

It is promoted.

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  1. It is removed
  2. It becomes a king
  3. It is promoted ✔

Why: A pawn reaching its last rank is promoted, usually to a queen.

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Answer: It is promoted. A pawn reaching its last rank is promoted, usually to a queen.

  1. Chess en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chess
    A pawn is promoted when it advances to its last rank
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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