Technician A says a fuse can be replaced with one having a higher rating if the original size fuse keeps blowing.Technician B says it is always acceptable to replace a fuse with one having a lower rating.Who is correct? A) Technician A only B) Technician B only C) Both A and B D) Neither A nor B

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Both technicians are wrong. It is never acceptable to replace a fuse with one having a lower rating as it can cause electrical system damage or even a fire. The fuse rating should not be increased as it is designed to protect the circuit's components from damage. Therefore, it is essential to replace the fuse with the same rating as specified by the manufacturer.

Technician A Says a Fuse Can Be Replaced with One