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The most important safety method used for protecting home appliances from short circuiting or overloading is

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. earthing
  2. use of fuse
  3. use of stabilizer
  4. use of electric meter

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: use of fuse

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. use of fuse šŸ“š Explanation: A fuse is a critical safety device that protects an electric circuit from excessive current. it contains a metal strip that melts when the current becomes too high, effectively breaking the circuit. This action prevents fires and protects expensive home appliances from being damaged by short circuits or power surges. it is the most standard and reliable way to ensure electrical safety in buildings.