Technician "A" says that a shorted winding will result in an increased current flow through the winding. Technician "B" says that if a motor is to be replaced, a motor with a lower horsepower rating should always be used. Which of the following statements is correct?
A) Technician "A" is correct. Technician "B" is correct.
B) Technician "A" is correct. Technician "B" is incorrect.
C) Technician "A" is incorrect. Technician "B" is correct.
D) Technician "A" is incorrect. Technician "B" is incorrect.

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A shorted winding will decrease the resistance of the winding, resulting in an increase in current flow. Technician "A" is correct. However, it is not always appropriate to use a motor with a lower horsepower rating to replace a motor. The replacement motor must have at least the same horsepower rating as the original motor or a higher rating, depending on the specific application. Technician "B" is incorrect.

Technician "A" Says That a Shorted Winding Will Result in an Increased