All of the following are true concerning electrical shorts, EXCEPT:
A) A short can add a parallel leg to the circuit, which lowers the entire circuit's resistance.
B) A short can result in a blown fuse.
C) A short decreases amperage in the circuit.
D) A short bypasses the circuit's intended path.

Question

All of the following are true concerning electrical shorts, EXCEPT:
A) A short can add a parallel leg to the circuit, which lowers the entire circuit's resistance.
B)  A short can result in a blown fuse.
C) A short decreases amperage in the circuit.
D) A short bypasses the circuit's intended path.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A short circuit creates a path of low resistance, which can increase the circuit's amperage and potentially cause the wiring to overheat and start a fire. Therefore, a short circuit does not decrease amperage in the circuit.

All of the Following Are True Concerning Electrical Shorts, EXCEPT