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metal is a conductor of electricity meaning it the electricity can pass through the outlet to the toaster then through the knife to the child's hand shocking them so in short yes

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Can you die because you get shocked by a toaster?

Yes if you jest got your body wet.


Why is it dangerous to use a metal knife in a toaster?

Using a metal knife in a toaster is dangerous because the knife can conduct electricity, increasing the risk of electric shock. It can also damage the toaster, cause a short circuit, or start a fire. It's safer to unplug the toaster and use non-metallic tools if needed.


Number of people shocked by sticking a knife in a toaster after the toast is done?

Yes a number of people have receive a shock by sticking a knife in a toaster. As to why, it can be only be deduced as a mental reduction in their thought capacity. It might be Mother Natures way of strengthening the gene pool by process of elimination. Really who would do that?


Can a toaster explode if you stick a knife in it?

The toaster will not explode, but it could electrocute you or cause a fire.Do not ever stick any metal object into a toaster when it is plugged in, even if it is not turned on. If you have a piece of bread stuck in the toaster, unplug the toaster before trying to remove the bread.


Why should you not poke a knife into a plugged in toaster to clear out the crumbs?

may cause electrocution -electric shock to person using knife


What should you do if you get a bagel stuck in your toaster?

If you have a bagel stuck in your toaster, you must first pull the plug of the toaster to shut it down. Then you can proceed with the removal of the bagel. Try using a butter knife to hook the bagel out.


How do you free a toast that is stuck?

unplug the toaster, use a knife and stick it in the bread and pry it out


How do you butter a bagel?

first you will need to get three things, a bagel, butter, toaster oven, and a butter knife. step 1, assuming you want a toasted bagel, put your bagel in the toaster oven and set the knobs to toast the bagel to your liking. next your going to have to open your container of butter. then, put the knife in the butter so that the knife is covered with a generous layer of butter. lastly take your knife, now equipped with a layer of butter, and spead that butter on the bagel.


Why would you get electrocuted if you stick a fork in a toaster?

Yes! Under the right conditions you can be killed by a toaster. Inside of a toaster there is exposed coils with 120 volts rms. If you were to come into contact and you were shocked across the chest there's a chance it could stop your heart. Never stick anything inside a toaster and don't use one by water. If you need to ever stick anything in a toaster always unplug it!


How do I feed a toaster?

DO NOT HAVE CHILDREN WHY WOULD YOU ASK THIS?!?!?!??!?


What are the tools you need to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?

a toaster peanut butter jelly bread and a knife


Why is putting a knife in toaster dangerous?

the fork will conduct electricity because the fork is metal