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What is a Dead Short ?Dead Short DefinitionA dead short is when electrical current flows where it shouldn’t, with no resistance, often causing damage or hazard.Comparison with Short CircuitUnlike a short circuit, which has some resistance and reduced voltage, a dead short shows zero voltage and resistance, indicating a more severe problem.Give an exampleBolted Fault SimilarityA bolted fault, like a dead short, also exhibits zero resistance, but it specifically involves connections to ground.Grou