Circuit Basics: The difference between AC and DC power

What does AC stand for in electricity?

• a. Alternating Current
  

• b. Active Current
  

• c. Automatic Current
  

• d. Analyzing Current

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2. Which type of current flows in one direction only?

• a. Alternating Current
  

• b. Direct Current
  

• c. Variable Current
  

• d. Medium Current

3. Why do we use AC power for transmission?

• a. It is less dangerous than DC
  

• b. It can be easily stepped up or down using transformers
  

• c. It provides a constant voltage
  

• d. It is cheaper to produce

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