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A victim is frozen on a live low-voltage conductor and the disconnect cannot be found quickly. Which item can be used to pry the victim free?

  1. A steel pipe from the job site
  2. A wet wooden pole
  3. A dry wooden board
  4. A metal-handled screwdriver
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Correct answer: A dry wooden board

A dry, nonmetallic object keeps current from reaching the rescuer. Metal and wet items would carry it.

Source: Lessons in Electric Circuits I: DC (Kuphaldt), 3.6: Emergency Response

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026