That's funny, because while you are still learning the fundamentals of electrical theory, I'm ALREADY a journeyman electrician. Not only that, but I'm also certified with a Taser. But since you are still in school, I'm sure you already know that it doesn't matter how far the probes are placed? Also, since you are so well versed with the Taser, can you tell me what the Taser sends to the probes/clips to induce the shocking effect, without looking it up?