Question 201Electricity/Electronics - 1st Asst/Chief70% to pass
In addition to short circuits and sustained overloads, in what other situation are fuses likely to blow?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) loose fuse holder clips.
Fuses are designed to protect electrical circuits by opening the circuit and interrupting the flow of current when an overcurrent or short circuit condition occurs. However, if the fuse holder clips that hold the fuse in place are loose, it can create a poor connection and increase the resistance in the circuit. This increased resistance can cause localized heating, which can then trigger the fuse to blow, even in the absence of a short circuit or sustained overload.
The other options are incorrect because: A) low fuse holder clip to fuse contact resistance is the same issue as loose fuse holder clips; B) oversized fuses would be less likely to blow; and C) low ambient temperatures would not cause a fuse to blow on their own.
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