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What is the usual waveform of alternating current in most electric power circuits?
What is the usual waveform of alternating current in most electric power circuits?
- Sawtooth wave
- Sine wave (correct)
- Square wave
- Triangular wave
Why is electrical energy distributed as alternating current?
Why is electrical energy distributed as alternating current?
- DC voltage is more efficient for distribution
- AC voltage may be increased or decreased with a transformer (correct)
- DC voltage may be increased or decreased with a transformer
- AC voltage cannot be transformed
In what form is electric power delivered to businesses and residences?
In what form is electric power delivered to businesses and residences?
- Sinusoidal current
- Alternating current (AC) (correct)
- Direct current (DC)
- Triangular current
What type of signals are examples of alternating current?
What type of signals are examples of alternating current?
In certain applications, such as guitar amplifiers, what types of waveforms are used?
In certain applications, such as guitar amplifiers, what types of waveforms are used?