Why are domestic household appliances in Ghana and elsewhere wired in parallel rather than in series?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Each appliance operates independently and receives the full mains supply voltage
- Step 1: In a parallel arrangement, each branch receives the full mains voltage (230 V in Ghana). Step 2. If one appliance is switched off or disconnected, other appliances continue to operate independently. Answer: Each appliance operates independently and receives the full mains supply voltage. Why not the others: Parallel wiring actually requires more wire; it decreases total equivalent resistance; fuses are sized per circuit.
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