MEK Exit Exam • Set 7 Question 8 of 30

What is the minimum value of shock current (AC) which can be fatal

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Direct Answer

Option C: 15mA

Current as low as 15mA can cause involuntary muscle contraction and interfere with cardiac function, making it a threshold for potentially fatal electric shock.

All Options

35 mA

20 mA

15mA (Correct Answer)

25 mA

Detailed Explanation & Context

Current as low as 15mA can cause involuntary muscle contraction and interfere with cardiac function, making it a threshold for potentially fatal electric shock.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Marine Engineering Knowledge (MEK).

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