Practice Short Circuit and Overloading - 9.7 | 9. Household Circuits | ICSE Class 10 Physics
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Question 1

Easy

What is a short circuit?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens when the wires connect.

Question 2

Easy

What happens during an overload?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall how many devices are plugged in.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What defines a short circuit?

  • When live and neutral wires touch.
  • When too many appliances are plugged in.
  • An electrical device malfunction.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the direct connection between the wires.

Question 2

True or False: An overload can cause circuit breakers to trip.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the function of circuit breakers.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A household circuit has a load capacity of 15 A. If three devices are plugged in, one consuming 5 A, another 10 A, and a third 8 A, analyze the situation. Is the circuit overloaded?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Calculate the total current drawn by all devices.

Question 2

If a frayed wire in a circuit leads to a short circuit, what actions should be taken immediately and what long-term solutions can prevent future occurrences?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the immediate risks and potential maintenance actions.

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