A switch is an instrument which ______.

only makes the circuit

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makes or breaks the circuit

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only breaks the circuit.

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increases the current in the circuit.

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Solution

The correct option is B makes or breaks the circuit
A switch prevents or allows the current to flow through a circuit. When the switch is closed, current can flow through the circuit. However, if the switch is open, current does not flow through the circuit.

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Question 2

Choose the incorrect statement.

(a) A switch is the source of electric current in a circuit.

(b) A switch help to complete or break the circuit.

(d) When the switch is open there is an air gap between its terminals.

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