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Which safety device breaks the circuit when the current exceeds a safe limit?
ASwitch
BSocket
CFuse
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✓ Correct Answer: C — Fuse
A fuse contains a wire with a low melting point that melts and breaks the circuit during over-current to protect appliances.
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