During short-circuiting, the current flowing in the electrical circuit __________.

Reduces substantially

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Does not change

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Increases instantaneously

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Varies continuously

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Solution

The correct option is C Increases instantaneously
A short circuit provides a low resistance path for the current to flow. As the resistance is low, excessive current flow in the power source through the short. Arc welding is a common example of the practical application of the heating due to a short circuit.

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