Question

Distinguish between Open switch and Closed switch.

May 9, 2024

Answer

	Open switch	Closed switch
(i)	When the switch breaks the circuit, it is called open switch.	When the switch completes the circuit, it is called closed switch.
(ii)	Current does not flow in an open switch.	Current flows in a closed switch.

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