USCG USCG Electrical
Set 2 • Question #59 of 142
Launch Interactive Practice Room A circuit breaker and a fuse have a basic similarity in that they both __________.
A
can be reset to energize the circuit
B
should open the circuit when overloaded
✓ Correct Answer
C
will burn out when an over current flow develops
D
all of the above
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Electrical Systems (IEEE 45 and 46 CFR), regarding 'A circuit breaker and a fuse have a basic similarity in that they both', the compliant technical standard is: 'should open the circuit when overloaded'.
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