An electric lawnmower is plugged into the mains supply using a fused plug.
The normal operating current of the lawnmower is 8.0 A.
The cable attached to the lawnmower is rated at 13 A.
The fuses available are rated at 2.0 A, 5.0 A, 10 A, and 15 A.
Which fuse should be used?
2.0 A2.0\text{ A}2.0 A
5.0 A5.0\text{ A}5.0 A
10 A10\text{ A}10 A
15 A15\text{ A}15 A
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