Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Electrical safety

Electrical safety — practice question

An electrical appliance is supplied by a mains supply. During normal operation, the appliance takes a current of $3\ \text{A}$, although at the moment it is switched on the current momentarily increases to $4\ \text{A}$. The cable connected to the appliance is intended to carry currents up to $6\ \text{A}$. A fuse is fitted to protect the circuit. What should the fuse rating be?

  • A$1\ \text{A}$
  • B$3\ \text{A}$
  • C$5\ \text{A}$
  • D$13\ \text{A}$

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