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What is the primary difference between a GFCI breaker and an Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) breaker?

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 Correct IncorrectGFCI protects people against shock from ground faults. AFCI protects homes against fire by using a microprocessor to detect sparking, arcing signatures from damaged wiring.

What is the primary difference between a GFCI breaker and an Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) breaker?

• GFCI only works on 240V; AFCI works on 120V
• AFCI is an emergency flashlight
• GFCI protects people against electrocution; AFCI protects buildings against fires from electrical arcing
• They are identical devices with different color buttons