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4.2.4a Resistance

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Question 55

An electric heater is connected to the mains supply by insulated copper wires. The circuit is protected by a fuse, but the connecting wires become hot.

How could the wires be prevented from becoming so hot?

A

Connect a second fuse in the neutral wire.

B

Use a fuse with a higher current rating.

C

Use connecting wires with a larger cross-sectional area.

D

Use thicker plastic insulation on the existing connecting wires.

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4.2.4a Resistance Questions

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132 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 4.2.4a Resistance. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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