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← TechnologyWhich outcome occurs when a distribution transformer's internal fault diverts current and exceeds a molded-case circuit breaker’s Interrupting Capacity?
A)Catastrophic breaker failure and arc-flash✓
B)Transformer oil degradation accelerates
C)Breaker trips, minor contact erosion
D)Increased iron core saturation occurs
💡 Explanation
The MCCB cannot clear the fault because fault current exceeds its rating, therefore the exceedingly high energy causes catastrophic failure and dangerous arc-flash, rather than tripping successfully, or core/fluid degradation affecting transformer operation.
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