Why are single-element fuses particularly suited for the protection of circuit breakers with low interrupting ratings?

a. They have a high speed of response to overcurrents.
b. They have a low speed of response to short circuit currents.
c. They can be applied in circuits subject to temporary motor overload.
d. They can be used in circuits other than motor branch circuits and feeders, such as lighting circuits.


a. They have a high speed of response to overcurrents.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The theory that says motivation is a function of how much we want something and how

likely we think we are of getting it is

a. expectancy theory. b. equity theory. c. reinforcement theory. d. two-factor theory. e. ERG theory.

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List the available warm air oil fired furnace configurations

What will be an ideal response?

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If one branch fails as an open in a parallel circuit

A) circuit voltage remains unchanged B) circuit voltage decreases C) circuit voltage increases D) circuit voltage drops to zero

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