Why is electrical wiring usually covered with a layer of plastic?

To make it strong

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To help electricity flow in it

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To make it safe

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To make it beautiful

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The correct option is B To make it safe
Plastic is a good insulator of electricity and makes it possible to work with wires without any harm or injury.

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Why is electrical wiring usually covered with a layer of plastic?

The correct option is B To make it safePlastic is a good insulator of electricity and makes it possible to work with wires without any harm or injury.

The correct option is B To make it safe
Plastic is a good insulator of electricity and makes it possible to work with wires without any harm or injury.