The reason they tell you not to connect the negative to the battery when jump starting is to prevent any spark from occuring at the battery which is also why it is extremely dangerous to perform circuit tests by checking for spark at the battery terminals. You just might get a face full of something you don't want! Use a test lead a safe distance from the battery when performing these tests. I am speaking from first hand experience.
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