In a three-pin plug, the pin made longer and thicker than the other two pins is

Neutral Pin

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Earthing Pin

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Fuse Pin

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Live Pin

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Solution

The correct option is B
Earthing Pin

The Earthing pin is made longer and thicker than the other two pins to ensure that it forms better contact and conducts better.

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