Which statement correctly matches the terms open and closed circuit?

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Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly matches the terms open and closed circuit?

Explanation:
Open and closed circuits describe whether the electrical path is complete. An open circuit has a gap—like a switch left open or a broken wire—so current cannot flow. A closed circuit has a complete path for current to travel back to the source, so current can flow. The statement that open means a broken wire and closed means a complete circuit matches these definitions. The other options invert or misstate the meanings (for example, open isn’t complete, and closed doesn’t mean there’s no current).

Open and closed circuits describe whether the electrical path is complete. An open circuit has a gap—like a switch left open or a broken wire—so current cannot flow. A closed circuit has a complete path for current to travel back to the source, so current can flow. The statement that open means a broken wire and closed means a complete circuit matches these definitions. The other options invert or misstate the meanings (for example, open isn’t complete, and closed doesn’t mean there’s no current).

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