What is the minimum divergent angle when approaching each terminal?

What is the minimum divergent angle when approaching each terminal?

• A. 90 degrees
• B. 45 degrees
• C. 120 degrees
• D. 180 degrees

Answer: (A)

Approach a terminal perpendicular to its face. A right-angle (perpendicular) approach gives you the most control, the clearest view of the contact point, and the largest safe clearance from surrounding terminals. This minimizes the chance of slipping, arcing, or accidentally bridging to a neighboring terminal. Angling in at oblique shapes reduces control and increases the risk of slipping along the edge or making unintended contact. So the minimum angle to use is a perpendicular, i.e., a right-angle approach.

Approach a terminal perpendicular to its face. A right-angle (perpendicular) approach gives you the most control, the clearest view of the contact point, and the largest safe clearance from surrounding terminals. This minimizes the chance of slipping, arcing, or accidentally bridging to a neighboring terminal. Angling in at oblique shapes reduces control and increases the risk of slipping along the edge or making unintended contact. So the minimum angle to use is a perpendicular, i.e., a right-angle approach.