Fuses provide protection against:

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Fuses Provide Protection Purpose of Fuses

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A
short circuits
B
large ground faults
C
overloading

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The illustration identifies three electrical conditions against which fuses provide protection. Panel A shows exposed cable conductors with sparks indicating a short circuit. Panel B shows a person touching a receptacle, illustrating a large ground fault. Panel C depicts multiple light bulbs connected to a common supply conductor to illustrate overloading. The figure explains the purpose of fuses rather than showing a fuse or its installation.