Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. In electric fittings, the wires are earthed to avoid the leakage of electricity.
  2. Incandescent light generates light by sending an electrical discharge through an ionised gas.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is wrong. In electric fittings, the wires are earthed because in case of short circuit, the current would pass to the earth. Statement 2 is also incorrect. Fluorescent bulbs generate light by sending an electrical discharge through an ionised gas.

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