alleryStart learning →Damaged insulation lets live touch neutral directly. This is?
AAn open circuit
BNormal switching
CNormal earthing
DA short circuit
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. A short circuit
Direct unintended contact between live and neutral produces a short circuit with a sharp current increase.
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