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A common type of molded case circuit breaker has both thermal and magnetic trip elements. If a branch circuit breaker has only thermal or magnetic trip elements (but not both), it is common to use multiple series- connected protective devices to provide both short-circuit and overload protection. If a motor branch circuit is protected with both a thermal trip-type circuit breaker and fuses, what is the protective purpose of the fuses used in this arrangement?

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