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Why does Ben put lightning rods on the roof of his house?

A. to learn if lightning really is electricity

B. to protect the house from lightning

C. to prove that lightning comes before thunder

D. to see if lightning can power a light bulb

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B If lightning hits house, it lights on fire. If it hits rod, it goes through cable into the ground. No fire :)
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