Safety and work practicesQuestion 597 of 1506

What voltage is generally taken in industry as a cautious threshold above which a voltage is dangerous?

  1. 30 V
  2. 12 V
  3. 120 V
  4. 600 V
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Correct answer: 30 V

The text says to treat any voltage above 30 V as a shock threat.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 3.4: Ohm’s Law (again)

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026