What is "the voltage per millimeter of insulation thickness that the insulation can withstand without breaking down" called?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option B — Dielectric strength
Dielectric strength defines the maximum electrical stress an insulating material can withstand per unit thickness, typically measured in volts per millimeter, before suffering catastrophic structural breakdown and permitting current leakage.
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