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What is the most common cause of fire incidents according to the passage?
What is the most common cause of fire incidents according to the passage?
- Arcing from electrical ignition
- Loose connections in electrical circuits
- Faulty wiring (correct)
- Smoking or lit cigarettes
What happens when there is a loose connection between the plug pins and socket contacts over time?
What happens when there is a loose connection between the plug pins and socket contacts over time?
- It reduces the current flow and prevents a fire.
- It increases the electrical impedance in the circuit.
- It can result in electrical arcing, which may cause a fire. (correct)
- It has no effect on the risk of fire.
What is a short circuit, according to the passage?
What is a short circuit, according to the passage?
- An electrical circuit that allows a high current to flow along an unintended path with low impedance. (correct)
- An electrical circuit that has a high resistance, limiting the current flow.
- An electrical circuit that has a loose connection, causing a voltage drop.
- An electrical circuit that has a break in the connection, preventing current flow.
What is the result of a short circuit, according to the passage?
What is the result of a short circuit, according to the passage?
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According to the passage, what is the relationship between the three primary recorded causes of fires?
According to the passage, what is the relationship between the three primary recorded causes of fires?
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What is the main message conveyed in the opening statement of the passage?
What is the main message conveyed in the opening statement of the passage?
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