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What is a possible cause for a drying oven to not maintain a proper temperature?

The thermostat is broken
The door does not seal properly
The heating element is too weak
Electrical supply is unstable

The correct answer is: The door does not seal properly

A drying oven that fails to maintain a proper temperature can be significantly influenced by the sealing of its door. If the door does not seal properly, outside air can enter the oven, causing heat loss. This influx of cooler air can prevent the oven from reaching or maintaining the required temperature, as the heating element continuously works to compensate for the heat escaping. While the other factors could potentially impact the oven's functionality, they specifically relate to internal mechanisms or power supply issues. A broken thermostat would not accurately regulate the temperature, a weak heating element would struggle to heat the space efficiently, and an unstable electrical supply could lead to fluctuations in temperature. However, a malfunction with the door seal is a direct external factor that affects the thermal environment of the drying oven, thus making it a plausible cause for improper temperature maintenance.