0653.P4.3.02 — State the hazards of: (a) . damaged insulation (b) . overheating cables (c) . damp conditions (d) . excess current from overloading of plugs: past paper questions
Real questions on 0653.p4.3.02 — state the hazards of: (a) . damaged insulation (b) . overheating cables (c) . damp conditions (d) . excess current from overloading of plugs
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- 0653/43 · October/November 2024 · Q9a[1]
State the name of the component with the electrical symbol shown.
See it on the paper → - 0653/32 · February/March 2024 · Q3b(iii)[1]
Identify the electrical hazard labelled X in Fig. 3.2.
See it on the paper → - 0653/61 · May/June 2023 · Q4d[1]
Suggest why the student opens the switch after each measurement.
See it on the paper → - 0653/11 · October/November 2022 · Q40[1]
Why is the electricity supply to a mains circuit fitted with a fuse?
See it on the paper → - 0653/11 · October/November 2019 · Q40[1]
Which fuse is the most suitable to use to protect the appliance?
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What examiners said
The main point here was for candidates to state that the insulation was damaged, leaving the bare wire exposed. Many candidates stated short circuit but there was not sufficient evidence to show how that could arise.
— Examiner report, February/March 2024, 0653/32 Q3(b)(iii) (Cambridge)
The strongest responses identified that opening the switch saves electrical energy or prevents overheating in the circuit.
— Examiner report, May/June 2023, 0653/61 Q4(d) (Cambridge)
Although generally quite well answered, some candidates incorrectly divided the resistance by the voltage to arrive at option A.
— Examiner report, October/November 2019, 0653/11 Q40 (Cambridge)
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