Multiple choice

Which of the following plastics is used for covering electric wires?

  1. Polystyrene

  2. Teflon

  3. Polythene

  4. Polyvinyl chloride

  5. Bakelite

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is used for covering electric wires. Bakelite is used in making buttons, plugs, switches and other electrical fittings.