Define bonding in electrical systems and explain its importance on farm equipment installations.

• A. Bonding connects conductive parts to equalize potential and reduce shock risk; improves fault clearing.
• B. Bonding reduces electrical resistance and energy efficiency.
• C. Bonding is the same as grounding and has no impact on shock risk.
• D. Bonding joins conductive parts to ruggedize the equipment.

Answer: (D)