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What happens to a Class A Data Communication Link (DCL) if a single wire break occurs?

A Class A circuit provides a redundant path. If the wire is broken, the panel can communicate with all devices from both directions of the loop.

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Question: What happens to a Class A Data Communication Link (DCL) if a single wire break occurs?

Answer options:

  • The loop will short circuit.
  • All devices will lose power. ✅ The system will report a trouble, but all devices remain operational.
  • Only devices before the break will work.

Correct answer: The system will report a trouble, but all devices remain operational.

Explanation: A Class A circuit provides a redundant path. If the wire is broken, the panel can communicate with all devices from both directions of the loop.

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