In a coil ignition system of petrol engines, a condenser is connected across the contact breaker in order to

A. Prevent sparking across the gap between the points

B. Cause more rapid break of the primary current, giving a higher voltage in the secondary circuit

C. Both (A) and (B)

D. None of the above

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

In a coil ignition system of petrol engines, a condenser is connected across the contact breaker in order to:
- Prevent sparking across the gap between the points
- Cause more rapid break of the primary current, giving a higher voltage in the secondary circuit