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15.What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet?

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Correct Incorrect A GFCI outlet is designed to protect people from electrical shock by quickly cutting off power if it detects an imbalance between incoming and outgoing current, which could indicate a leakage or short circuit.

15.What is the purpose of a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet?

To increase the voltage in a circuit
To prevent electrical shock by breaking the circuit
To provide backup power during outages
To reduce energy consumption

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