The safest value of current the human body can carry for more than 3 second is_________?
Correct answer: B. 9 mA
- A. 4 mA
- B. 9 mA
- C. 15 mA
- D. 25 mA
Explanation
About 9 mA is commonly taken as the maximum current a person can tolerate for several seconds without severe physiological effects. Currents around 15 mA or more may prevent the person from releasing the conductor.
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