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2. (a) The diagram shows the inside of a three-pin plug.

earth

fuse

cable grip

The cable is secured by the grip so that it cannot be pulled out of the plug.

Use words from the box to complete the sentences.

frayed high long thick

(i) Cables connected to plugs should not be too ........................................................

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(ii) They should also not be .........................................................................................

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(b) Describe the fault in the wiring of this plug.

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(c) A plug is fitted with a 5 A fuse and connected to a small radio with a plastic casing.

Explain

(i) why an earth wire is not needed,

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(ii) why the fuse is unlikely to blow.

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(d) Fuses and earth wires provide protection when faults develop in electrical equipment.
Name one other electrical safety device.

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