Technician A s ays a shorted circuit can generate excessive heat. Technician B says a shorted circuit will cause the circuit protection device to open. Who is correct?
A) Technician A only
B) Technician B only
C) Both Technician A and B
D) Neither Technician A nor B

Question

Technician A s ays a shorted circuit can generate excessive heat. Technician B says a shorted circuit will cause the circuit protection device to open. Who is correct?
A) Technician  A only
B) Technician  B only
C) Both Technician A and B
D) Neither Technician A nor B

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Both statements by Technician A and Technician B are correct. A shorted circuit can indeed generate excessive heat due to the high current flow, and it will typically cause the circuit protection device (such as a fuse or circuit breaker) to open in order to protect the circuit from damage.

Technician a S Ays a Shorted Circuit Can Generate Excessive