What command would you use to copy an object in AutoCAD?

The command used to copy an object in AutoCAD is the COPY command. When you select this command, you are able to specify a base point from which to measure the copy and then indicate a second point where the copy will be placed. This command allows for precise placement of duplicates without altering the original object, making it a fundamental function in layout and design.

The other options, while they sound relevant, do not directly correspond to the action of copying an object in AutoCAD. The DUPLICATE command is not a recognized command in AutoCAD, so it would not serve any purpose in this context. The CLONE command is more commonly associated with other software and is not available in AutoCAD. The PASTE command is generally used after an object has been copied to place it into the drawing, rather than creating copies of an object directly. Thus, COPY is the essential command for this task within AutoCAD’s functionality.