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Question 16

In which of the following is the expansion of solids a disadvantage?

  • A.the fitting of wheels in rims
  • B.fire alarms
  • C.the thermostat
  • D.the bimatellic thermometer
  • E.the balance wheel of a watch
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Question details

Exam body
WAEC
Subject
Physics
Year
1988
Question no.
#16
Type
Objective
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