Question

Choose the correct option.
The purpose of a fuse used in household wiring is

• A. to prevent electric shock.
  
• B. to distribute electricity in the different parts of the household.
• C. to prevent electrical fires
• D. to disconnect an electrical appliance when it is not in use.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

to prevent electrical fires

Correct option is C: to prevent electrical fires

Explanation:

1. To safeguard the electrical circuit from overloading, we utilize fuses.
2. Fuse is made up of a low melting conductor so that it can easily melt on overload and break the circuit.
3. In the live wire, a proper-rated fuse is attached.

Hence the correct answer is - (c) to prevent electric fires