The wire which is connected to the earth and has a black insulation cover is called as:

Neutral wire

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Earth Wire

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Live Wire

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is A
Neutral wire

The neutral wire is covered with black insulation over it and connected to earth ground. Its voltage is negative compared to the live wire.

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