Give reason.
Water is not used to control fires involving electrical equipment.

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Solution

Water is a conductor of electricity. So, if it is used in a fire involving electrical equipment, it can cause the danger of electric shocks or short circuits. Hence, it is not used to control fires involving electrical equipment.

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