Practice question
An electrical accessory circuit draws 15 Amps, but its wire size is rated for only 5 Amps. What is the most likely result of operating this circuit?
- The circuit voltage will increase to match the current draw
- The wire will overheat, damage its insulation, and potentially cause an electrical fire
- The wire resistance will drop to zero to compensate for the load
- The electrical accessory will run at three times its normal speed
Answer: B — The wire will overheat, damage its insulation, and potentially cause an electrical fire
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