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Heat oven to 425.
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Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
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In a large bowl,combine the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and 2 tablespoons of the sugar.
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With a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Mix in the chocolate chips with a fork.
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In a cup, beat together the buttermilk and egg, then add them to the flour mixture.
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Mix lightly with a fork until the mixture clings together and forms a ball of soft dough.
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Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface.
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and knead gently, turning 5 or 6 times.
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With a floured rolling pin, roll the dough into a 1/2-inch thick circle.
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Slice into 12 triangular pieces.
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Lightly brush the tops of the scones with milk and sprinkle with remaining sugar.
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Bake the scones 10 to 12 minutes or until they are golden brown.