AIIMS2001PhysicsCurrent Electricity
Assertion: Electric appliances with metallic body e.g., heaters, presses etc., have three pin connections, whereas an electric bulb has a two pin connection. Reason: Three pin connections reduce heating of connecting cables.
Options
- AIf both A and and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
- BIf both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
- CIf Assertion is true but Reason is false.
- DIf Assertion is false but Reason is true.
Correct answer
C. If Assertion is true but Reason is false.
Step-by-step solution
The third pin is used for grounding purposes so that it leaves the user safe while handling the appliance by making the extra charge on it get discharged.