Suppose a household replaces all 5 A sockets with 15 A sockets and connects multiple high-power appliances to each. What potential risk does this introduce, and why?

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Suppose a household replaces all 5 A sockets with 15 A sockets and connects multiple high-power appliances to each. What potential risk does this introduce, and why? — Exam MCQ

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B. It increases the risk of overloading and possible short-circuit due to excessive current — The correct choice is It increases the risk of overloading and possible short-circuit due to excessive current. It follows from the basic electrical relationship between voltage, current, resistance, charge or electrical energy described in the question.

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A. It ensures that all appliances will work at lower voltage

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C. It decreases the risk of electrical hazards in the house

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D. It prevents the fuse from operating under any circumstances

Suppose a household replaces all 5 A sockets with 15 A sockets and connects multiple high-power appliances to each. What potential risk does this introduce, and why?

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