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What is the purpose of using an electric switch? Name some electrical gadgets that have switches built into them.

Switch is a simple device that is used to either break the electric circuit or to complete it. With the help of a switch, we can use an appliance according to our desire. Electric gadgets that have switches built into them are microwaves, freezes, automatic electric irons, toasters, patty makers.


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