ELECTRICITY FOR TRADES (LOOSELEAF)
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Author: Petruzella
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Chapter 6.1, Problem 22RQ
A clamp-on ammeter is to be used to determine the current flow to a 120-V portable electric space heater. What problem would you encounter if you attempt to measure the current by placing the cord jacket containing both power supply conductors within the clamp?
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ELECTRICITY FOR TRADES (LOOSELEAF)
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