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Question
The main fuse is connected in ______.
Options
live wire
neutral wire
both the live and earth wires
both earth and the neutral wire.
Solution
The main fuse is connected in live wire.
Explanation:
The main fuse is connected in live wire so that if the current exceeds its rating, the fuse melts and breaks the circuit; thus, preventing the excessive current from flowing into the circuit.
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