Question

Mohit used a fuse wire with a specification of 5 ampers in a circuit connected to an air conditioner which draws a current of 10 ampers. What will happen if the air conditioner is switched on ? What will you advise to him

Answer 1

Answer:

in such a condition if he switches the ac on then there will be overloading which will lead to short circuit .

Explanation:

i would advice him to use a fuse of 10amperes or more

Answer 2

Answer:

When the air conditioner is switched on, the fuse wire will melt due to extra current.

The fuse wire must be selected keeping in mind the minimum current that will melt it. Its specification should be

slightly more than the normal operating current of the electrical appliance.

Mohit should be advised to use a fuse wire with a specification of 15 amperes.