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प्रश्न
What are the two main systems of wiring commonly used in houses? Which of these systems mentioned by you is better and why?
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उत्तर
The two main systems of wiring are:
(i) the tree system, and
(ii) the ring system.
Out of these systems, the ring system is better. The reason is that this system of wiring is cheaper because a low rating wire can be used for connection of appliances.
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