By what means is the burning of controller contacts due to arcing, when opening, prevented?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — magnetic blowout coils
Magnetic blowout coils utilize electromagnetic fields generated by load current to stretch and extinguish electrical arcs across opening contacts, preventing pitting and rapid degradation per IEEE 45.
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