Fuses have the advantages of often being less costly and simpler than a circuit breaker for similar ratings. However, the blown fuse must be replaced with a new device which is less convenient than simply resetting a breaker. In addition, replacing a fuse without isolating the circuit first can be dangerous in itself. As a result, residential circuit protection were superseded by low voltage circuit breakers. 
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