> "The kettle had caused the trip. It was no longer safe to use the kettle" If the kettle still works, then problem solved. If the ($10) kettle is broken, the

> "The kettle had caused the trip. It was no longer safe to use the kettle" If the kettle still works, then problem solved. If the ($10) kettle is broken, then I'm going to say that it's entirely possible to consider that quality of components, design, and build may account for the difference between a $10 and a $40 kettle. I often end up spending more on something if I have reasonable evidence it will last longer and/or perform better. And I don't write long articles about how I resent spending the "extra" money.