Why are switches not connected to neutral wire?

Because there will be overheating

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No current will flow through the appliance

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The correct option is A Because there will be overheating
If the switches are connected to neutral wire, no current will flow through the appliance and hence it will not operate.

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Why are switches not connected to neutral wire?

The correct option is A Because there will be overheatingIf the switches are connected to neutral wire, no current will flow through the appliance and hence it will not operate.

The correct option is A Because there will be overheating
If the switches are connected to neutral wire, no current will flow through the appliance and hence it will not operate.