MDCAT Physics MCQ #697

MDCAT Physics MCQ #697

1. Question 1

   Q1. A person is injured by an electric shock while working on a live electrical circuit. What is the likely cause?

   • A) The person touched a live wire, causing a direct current
   • B) The person touched a faulty appliance, causing an indirect current
   • C) The person stood on a conductive surface, causing a ground fault
   • D) The person was using a poor quality tool, causing a short circuit

   Answer: The person touched a faulty appliance, causing an indirect current

   Explanation: Touching a faulty appliance causes an indirect current, potentially leading to an electric shock.