Question

1. the government site says many fires occur due to mistakes that homeowners make like overloading electrical outlets or extension cords. can the extension cord pictured below handle the drill listed above and a space heater that uses 12.5a? yes no

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the extension cord's rating

From the image, the extension cord is rated for 10A (assuming the label shows 10A, typical for such cords, and voltage around 120V, but the key is the current rating). The space heater uses 12.5A.

Step2: Compare the current requirements

The extension cord's current rating (10A) is less than the space heater's current (12.5A). Overloading occurs when the device's current exceeds the cord's rating. So using the extension cord for the space heater would overload it.

Answer:

No (because the extension cord's current rating is likely less than 12.5A, so it can't handle the space heater's current without overloading)