Distinguish between grounding and bonding in aircraft electrical systems and why both are necessary.

• A. Grounding provides a reference/return path; bonding creates low-impedance connections between conductive parts to prevent static buildup, EMI, and shock risks
• B. Grounding and bonding are the same thing
• C. Grounding only concerns grounding of static discharge; bonding only concerns shielding
• D. Bonding provides the reference path and grounding prevents shocks

Answer: (A)