A kettle rated for 220 V is protected by a 5 A fuse and has its metal body earthed

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Problem

A kettle rated for 220 V is protected by a 5 A fuse and has its metal body earthed. During a fault, the live conductor touches the body and the circuit draws 12 A. State what will happen to (i) the fuse, and (ii) the safety of the user, giving a reason for each.

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