xkcd #3186: Truly Universal Outlet
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Building Inspectors HATE This One Weird Trick
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Source: https://xkcd.com/3186/
this post was submitted on 26 Dec 2025
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Typical wall outlet in china. Any plug will hang loosely in there and work. Dangerously
Only if the socket is worn out and you are using a plug without inherent safety mechanisms.