Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019653
What is short-circuiting in an electric circuit?
1
A temporary increase in voltage
2
Direct contact between live and neutral wires
3
An electric appliance malfunction
4
A safety fuse operation
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. Direct contact between live and neutral wires
Solution:
Short-circuiting occurs when the live and neutral wires come into direct contact due to a fault, leading to a sudden increase in current that can cause damage.
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