Who invented M&Ms candy and what does M&M stand for?
M&M stands for Mars and Merrie.
Victor Mars and his associate Mr. Merrie created the candy in 1941.
M&M stands for Mars and Merrie.
Victor Mars and his associate Mr. Merrie created the candy in 1941.
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