Danger Danger!
Batteries and Fun!
Important Info
100

Should the car be on or off when beginning the process?

Off

100

What color goes with the positive side of the battery?

Red

100

Which of the two cars do you turn on first?

The working car

200

Should the two cables ever be touching?

No, very dangerous

200

What color goes with the negative side of the battery?

Black

200

How long do you leave on the working car after using it to jump start?

At least two minutes

300

Should the keys be in the ignition of the car?

No

300

Which cable do you remove first from each car?

Black (negative)

300

How should the two cars be positioned when in the process of jump starting?

The two hoods should be facing each other

400

What happens if something goes wrong with the cables?

Possible Electrocution 

400

Which cable do you connect first to each car?

Red (positive)

400

Should you use a Tesla to jump start a car?

No

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