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28. The most likely mechanism of death in electrocution is; a. Ventricular fibrillation b. Paralysis of respiratory centre c. Haemorrhage d. Infection e. Neurogenic shock

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28. The most likely mechanism of death in electrocution is;
a. Ventricular fibrillation
b. Paralysis of respiratory centre
c. Haemorrhage
d. Infection
e. Neurogenic shock

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