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Task · part of 6. Engineering projects. Do TWO

6(b). Using Electricity

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List 10 electrical appliances in your home and find out approximately how much electricity each uses in one month. Learn how to find the amount and cost of electricity used in your home in light and heavy use. List five ways to conserve electricity.

Note. The monthly figures are approximate, found out for each appliance. The amount and cost for your whole home are found for both light and heavy periods of use.

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  1. Engineering Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2026-01-07), Requirement 6(b)

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