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प्रश्न
What is meant by ‘MCB’? Which part of the domestic electric circuit does it replace?
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उत्तर
‘MCB’ stands for ‘miniature circuit breaker’. This is a device that automatically ‘switches off the mains supply if the current drawn Exceeds the prescribed upper safe limit. It can be ‘reset’ with the help of a flip-over switch. It protects the entire circuit and appliances against short circuiting, etc.
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