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The Figure shows the information label on a microwave oven.

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a.

State what the symbol ∼ \sim\,∼ on the label tells you about the supply.

[1]
b.

Calculate the current in the microwave oven when it is working normally.

[2]
c.

Fuses are available with ratings of 3 A, 5 A and 13 A.

Explain which fuse should be fitted in the plug of the microwave oven.

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d.

A student suggests fitting a 30 A fuse so that the fuse never melts.

Explain why this would be dangerous.

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10.4 Mains electricity Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /10.4 Mains electricity

81 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 10.4 Mains electricity, covering 10.4.1 Direct and alternating current, 10.4.2 Live, neutral and earth wires; safety, 10.4.3 Mains wire potential differences and dangers, and 10.4.4 Power ratings and energy use. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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