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You plug in an extension cord and have to be very careful around the electrical outlet. However, you can handle the extension cord without the worry of being shocked by the electrical charge. Which statement
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You plug in an extension cord and have to be very careful around the electrical outlet. However, you can handle the extension cord without the worry of being shocked by the electrical charge. Which statement best explains why you can do this?

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You can not worry about being shocked due to the cord being insulated not allowing the voltage to go through you but the cord
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The extension cord is made of copper wire, which is a good conductor of electricity; however, it is covered with plastic, an insulator, which does not allow the electrical current to flow to you (C)

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