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For an electric iron consuming 1 kW at 220 V, the current drawn is approximately 4.54 A. The correct fuse rating to use would be:

Question
For an electric iron consuming 1 kW at 220 V, the current drawn is approximately 4.54 A. The correct fuse rating to use would be:
1 A
3 A
5 A
10 A
Answer
5 A
Detailed Explanation
As stated in the chapter, since the current is 4.54 A, a 5 A fuse (the next standard rating above the drawn current) must be used.
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