The dangers of electrical shock can vary depending on the situation. Which of the following would be the most dangerous (most likely to get a nasty shock!) ...
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Higher voltages are generally more dangerous as they can cause more severe injuries. So, a higher voltage situation would be more dangerous. Second, we need to consider the current. The higher the current, the more dangerous the shock can be. Current is measured Show more…
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