JAMB Physics 2012 Question 40

Question 40

Electrical Energy and Power

The fuse in an electric device is always connected to the

  1. A.neutral side of an electric supply
  2. B.earth side of an electric supply
  3. C.live side of an electric supply
  4. D.terminal side of an electric supply.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (live side of an electric supply)

Explanation

The fuse goes in the live wire so that when it blows the appliance is cut off from the high voltage and is safe to touch.