When a live conductor of public electric supply breaks down and touches the earth which of the following will happen?
Correct answer: A. Current will flow to earth
- A. Current will flow to earth
- B. Supply voltage will drop
- C. Supply voltage will increase
- D. No current will flow in the conductor
- E. None of the above
Explanation
When a live conductor contacts earth, a fault current flows from the conductor into the ground and returns through the earthing path or neutral system. The resulting fault is normally cleared by protective devices, making option A the direct and definite effect.
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