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Why is electrical wiring usually made from copper and not silver?

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Copper is a better conductor
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Copper is a better insulator
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Copper is less expensive
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Copper is non magnetic
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Solution

The correct option is D Copper is less expensive
Silver is a better conductor, non magnetic but expensive material compared to copper therefore copper is generally used for electrical wiring.

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