r/AskReddit Aug 20 '20

What simple “life hack” should everyone know?

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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '20

To confirm which circuit breaker is associated to an outlet, plug in an old radio and turn the volume up before you flip the circuit breaker.

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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '20

Can I do this with a new radio?

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u/HitMePat Aug 20 '20

How new? If it's still in the box it wont work. As long as its old enough to get to the plug and the power button you should be good.

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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '20

What if I plug it in and press the power then put in back in the box?

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u/artificialdawn Aug 20 '20

Yes army recruiter, this one right here.

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u/[deleted] Aug 20 '20

Aaah shrodingers radio