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Electric Power and House hold Circuits — Physics STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10PhysicsElectric Power and House hold Circuits2 Marks
Question
Why should switches always be connected to the live wire? Give one precaution that should be taken while handling switches.
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Answer

The switch should always be connected to the live wire, so that current is cut off to that appliance to which it is connected. A switch should not be touched with wet hands.

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