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An electric iron is rated at 230 V, 750 W. Calculate the maximum current: Which of the following fuse rating would be suitable for this electric iron? 1 A,3 A,5 A,13 A

An electric iron is rated at 230 V, 750 W. Calculate the maximum current: Which of the following fuse rating would be suitable for this electric iron? 1 A,3 A,5 A,13 A
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4 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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ApprovedApproved Tutor Answer4 Days ago

First find the running current using I = P / V.

Calculation

I = 750 W ÷ 230 V ≈ 3.26 A

Which fuse to pick?

Recommended fuse: 5 A.

Reason: the fuse must be higher than the normal current (3.26 A) so it does not blow during regular use, but low enough to protect against faults. A 3 A fuse would blow during normal operation; 1 A is far too small; 13 A is much too large and would not protect effectively.