Shorts have a voltage drop of?

A short circuit occurs when there is a direct connection between two points in an electrical system that bypasses the normal load or resistance. In this case, the resistance is effectively negligible, resulting in a situation where the voltage across the short circuit is almost zero. This means that the voltage drop is minimal, approaching but not exceeding zero.

In an ideal short circuit, the current will flow freely without encountering any resistance, leading to a situation where the potential difference, or voltage, between the two points is nonexistent. This characteristic is critical in understanding how shorts affect electrical circuits and safety measures that must be in place to prevent damage from excessive current flow.