What is the advantage of the third wire of earth connection in domestic appliances?
- AIt prevents the appliance from overheating.
- BIt provides a path for leakage current to flow to the ground,preventing electric shocks.
- CIt increases the efficiency of the appliance.
- DIt helps in reducing the electricity bill.
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