Group 10 · First aid · Question 35 of 51

If an electrical wire has fallen onto a vehicle, you should:

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Answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ask the occupants to remain in the vehicle until the electrical current is disconnected.

Explanation

People sitting in the car are protected from the current because they are not touching the car body and the ground at the same time. When getting out, a person may touch the body and the ground at once, and the current will pass through them; the ground near the wire may also be live. So the occupants should be asked to stay inside until the power is switched off.

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