The short circuit in any winding of the transformer is the result of (a) mechanical vibration (b) insulation failure (c) loose connection (d) impulse voltage

The short circuit in any winding of the transformer is the result of (a) mechanical vibration (b) insulation failure (c) loose connection (d) impulse voltage
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