Gr 9 NATURAL SCIENCES: CH 3.5 Illegal connections
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What is the main reason for illegal electricity connections?

  • To avoid paying for electricity (correct)
  • To improve electricity supply
  • To support the national grid
  • To reduce electricity consumption

What is a major risk associated with illegal connections?

  • Improved electricity supply
  • Fire hazards (correct)
  • Higher electricity bills
  • Reduced electricity consumption

Why do some individuals profit from illegal connections?

  • To support the electricity providers
  • For financial gain (correct)
  • To reduce electricity consumption
  • To supply electricity to those in need

What is a consequence of illegal connections on the economy?

<p>Economic losses for utility companies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to individuals caught with illegal connections?

<p>They will face legal actions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some areas resort to illegal connections?

<p>Lack of access to electricity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to the power grid due to illegal connections?

<p>It will experience frequent outages (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a danger associated with unsecured wires and connections?

<p>Electric shock and electrocution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a meter in electricity connections?

<p>To monitor and bill electricity consumption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid illegal connections?

<p>To avoid safety hazards and legal consequences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern when making electrical connections?

<p>The environment where the connection is made (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of fires due to improper electrical connections?

<p>Sparks from exposed wires (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a severe risk associated with insecure electrical connections?

<p>Electrocution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do illegal connections affect the overall stability of the electricity supply?

<p>They cause power outages (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to promote safe and legal electricity access?

<p>Conducting public awareness campaigns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible solution to extend legal electricity access to underserved areas?

<p>Utility companies' legal access programs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to strengthen regulations against illegal connections?

<p>To deter illegal connections and promote safe access (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of overloading from illegal connections?

<p>Power outages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is education crucial in addressing illegal electricity connections?

<p>To inform people about the risks and benefits of legal connections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of illegal connections on the overall community?

<p>Economic losses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of illegal electricity connections?

<p>To avoid paying for electricity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a motivation behind illegal connections?

<p>Environmental concerns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of illegal connections on utility companies?

<p>Decrease in infrastructure investments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of illegal electricity connections?

<p>They bypass the monitoring and billing systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of frequent outages and disruptions?

<p>Higher costs for legitimate consumers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a risk associated with poorly made connections?

<p>Both fire and electrocution risk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to the power grid due to illegal connections?

<p>It can become overloaded (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are meters important in electricity connections?

<p>To monitor and bill electricity consumption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of electricity theft?

<p>Higher costs for legitimate consumers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a motivation behind some individuals' choice of illegal connections?

<p>To avoid paying for electricity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a major fire hazard associated with illegal electricity connections?

<p>Exposed wires and sparks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a severe risk associated with insecure and exposed electrical connections?

<p>Electrocution risk (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can strengthen the overall stability of the electricity supply?

<p>Increasing monitoring and enforcement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can help extend legal electricity access to underserved areas?

<p>Utility companies implementing programs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of overloading from illegal connections?

<p>Power outages (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is education important in addressing illegal electricity connections?

<p>To educate people on the risks of illegal connections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to the community due to illegal connections?

<p>Economic losses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of legal electricity connections?

<p>Safe and reliable electricity supply (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to deter illegal electricity connections?

<p>Implementing penalties for illegal connections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the environment when making electrical connections?

<p>To prevent fires and electrocution risks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for illegal connections to pose a fire hazard?

<p>Poor-quality connections and exposed wires (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consequence of service disruption due to illegal connections?

<p>Increased economic losses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of promoting legal access programs?

<p>Extending legal electricity access to underserved areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary mechanism by which individuals engaged in illegal electricity connections can avoid detection?

<p>Bypassing the monitoring and billing systems managed by electricity providers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of education campaigns on illegal connections?

<p>To increase awareness about the risks of illegal connections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of insecure and exposed electrical connections?

<p>Severe risk of electrocution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of areas that often resort to illegal electricity connections?

<p>Lack of access to legal electricity supply (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of strengthening regulations and enforcement against illegal connections?

<p>To deter illegal connections and improve overall stability of the electricity supply (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of electricity theft on the economy?

<p>Reduced investment in infrastructure improvements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why illegal connections can lead to service disruptions?

<p>Overloading of the power grid (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor to consider when making electrical connections?

<p>The environment where the connection is made (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of overloading from illegal connections on the community?

<p>Power outages affecting the entire community (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation behind individuals' choice of legal electricity connections?

<p>To ensure safety and avoid electrocution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary goal of addressing illegal electricity connections?

<p>To educate individuals on the dangers of illegal connections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of illegal connections on the community?

<p>Higher costs for legitimate consumers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of illegal connections on the economy?

<p>Economic losses due to power outages (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why electricity providers like Eskom monitor and bill electricity consumption?

<p>To generate revenue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common safety hazard associated with illegal connections?

<p>Fire risk due to overheating (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a meter in electricity connections?

<p>To monitor and bill electricity consumption (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of frequent outages and disruptions?

<p>Reduced productivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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