Question

write any two precautions to be taken to avoid overloading of domestic electric current. (board ques. 2009)

Answer 1

Few Precautions are :

(i) Too many appliances should never be connected to a single socket.

(ii) Two separate circuits should be used, one of 5A current rating for bulbs, fans, tubes etc. and the other of 15 A current

rating for appliances with higher current ratings such as air coolers, electric iron, electric stove etc.

(iii) A fuse of appropriate current rating should be used with the electric circuit.