18. TVS Connection

Question.4

Kevin wants to protect his 12V DC input from surge events.
He did the connection as follows- will this provide proper surge suppression?

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Yes — the TVS will block surge voltage before it reaches the circuit
Yes — TVS works like a fuse and will open during surge
No — TVS must be connected in parallel (shunt) to clamp voltage
No — because TVS cannot handle 12V systems

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