The path of least resistance on a dart-firing stun gun is

• A. Through the subject's skin
• B. Between the probes
• C. To the ground
• D. Around the weapon

Answer: (B)

Electric current follows the path of least resistance between the two active electrodes. In a dart-firing stun gun, the two probes serve as those electrodes, and when they embed in the target, the current has a direct route to flow from one probe to the other through the body. That bridging path between the probes provides the lowest impedance, so most of the energy travels there, delivering the intended effect.

If the current tried to go to ground or loop around the device, the path would be less direct or not complete, resulting in much less current through the target and a reduced effect. So the route directly between the two probes is the path of least resistance.