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Question
State two precautions that you must take when switching on an electric circuit.
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Solution
Precautions to be taken before the circuit is switched on, the following precautions must be taken:
- See that all the components of the circuit are properly connected.
- See that the connection wire is tightly connected to each appliance or component.
- Do not touch the switch or any component with wet hands.
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