I asked for the pen vs I have asked for the pen

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I asked for the pen' is used when referring to a past action, while 'I have asked for the pen' is used when emphasizing the completion of the action in the present or when the action has relevance to the present moment.

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I asked for the pen

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a past action.

This phrase is used to indicate that a request for the pen was made in the past.

Examples:

I asked for the pen, but they didn't have any available.
She asked for the pen, and I gave it to her.

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Finding him so very friendly and companionable, it was then that I asked for the pen and ink and paper to write to Peggotty. He not only brought it immediately, ...
Finding him so very friendly and companionable, it was then that I asked for the pen and ink and paper, to write to Peggotty. He not only brought it immediately, ...
I asked for the pen again to write down her last name, once again she took the card with disgust wrote her last name. My guess is she is embarrassed with how ...
Jan 17, 2013 ... Wow, this is getting way more serious than I intended when I asked for the pen, and that someone-please-tell-me-what-to-do-next 'man' is ...

Alternatives:

I requested the pen.
I inquired about the pen.
I demanded the pen.
I wanted the pen.
I needed the pen.

I have asked for the pen

This phrase is correct and commonly used when emphasizing the completion of the action in the present or when the action has relevance to the present moment.

This phrase is used to indicate that a request for the pen was made in the past and has relevance to the present moment.

Examples:

I have asked for the pen several times, but it still hasn't been provided.
She has asked for the pen, so please make sure it's available.

Alternatives:

I have requested the pen.
I have inquired about the pen.
I have demanded the pen.
I have wanted the pen.
I have needed the pen.

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I asked for the pen vs I have asked for the pen