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General Class (Element 3) • 2023-2027

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Question G4E10

From subelement G4 - G4E

G4E10
Answer: B

Why should a series diode be connected between a solar panel and a storage battery that is being charged by the panel?

ATo prevent overload by regulating the charging voltage
BTo prevent discharge of the battery through the panel during times of low or no illumination
CTo limit the current flowing from the panel to a safe value
DTo prevent damage to the battery due to excessive voltage at high illumination levels