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Q1. [1]
In domestic electric circuits the wiring with 15 A current rating is for the electric devices which have
  1. (a) higher power ratings such as geyser.
  2. (b) lower power ratings such as fan.
  3. (c) metallic bodies and low power ratings.
  4. (d) non-metallic bodies and low power ratings.
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2023 31/1/1 Q14
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Model Answer

(a) higher power ratings such as geyser.

Explanation

In domestic wiring, a 15 A rated circuit is used for high-power appliances (geysers, air conditioners, etc.) that draw large currents, while the 5 A circuit is used for lower-power devices like fans and lights.

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