Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electrical safety

Electrical safety — practice question

A basic circuit diagram for an electric cooker is shown. Why is a wire used to connect the cooker’s metal casing to earth?

  • AIt improves the efficiency of the cooker.
  • BIt prevents the metal case from becoming too hot when the cooker is left on.
  • CIt reduces the risk of an electric shock if the live wire touches the metal case.
  • DThe electric cooker will not switch on without it.

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