Michigan Residential Builders License Practice Test

Which of the following common products could possibly contain asbestos?

1. Hairdryers

2. Digital thermometers

3. Plastic containers

4. Electric kettles

The correct answer is: Hairdryers

The reason hairdryers could possibly contain asbestos is due to their historical manufacturing processes. In the past, certain types of appliances, including hairdryers, were made with insulating materials that contained asbestos to protect electrical components from heat and prevent fires. Asbestos was widely used in various consumer products before its dangers became known. In contrast, digital thermometers, plastic containers, and electric kettles are generally made from materials that do not contain asbestos. Digital thermometers primarily utilize electronic components and plastics, while plastic containers are made from polymer materials, and electric kettles are designed with heat-resistant plastics or metals without asbestos as an insulating option.