Question 675 Deck Safety
70% to passThe primary reason for placing covers over storage batteries is to _______________.
A
protect against accidental shorting across terminals
B
protect the hull from leaking electrolyte
C
prevent movement of the battery in rough waters
D
prevent the accumulation of explosive gases
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) protect against accidental shorting across terminals. The primary reason for placing covers over storage batteries is to prevent accidental shorting across the battery terminals. This is a safety precaution to avoid the risk of sparks or short circuits, which could potentially ignite any explosive gases that may accumulate around the battery. The other answer choices, while potentially relevant in some situations, are not the primary reason for using battery covers.
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