Question Title AWG stands for Awesome Wire Gauge Australian Wire Gauge Atlanta Wire Gauge American Wire Gauge Question Title The higher the AWG number is the larger the wire diameter is the smaller the wire diameter is Question Title The lower the AWG number is the larger the wire diameter is the smaller the wire diameter is Question Title Why is it a bad idea to use a wire with a lower AWG rating than what is required? It can cause the wire to carry more current than it is rated for It can cause overheating It can cause a fire It can increase resistance and heat build-up All the above Done