An electrical appliance with a metal casing has an electrical fault where the live wire touches the inside of the casing. The earth safety wire is missing from the plug.
What is the most immediate hazard if an individual touches the outer casing of this appliance?
The appliance will immediately catch fire
A fuse in the plug will blow
The individual will receive an electric shock
The appliance will simply not turn on
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