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Reasons for using AC instead of DC?

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Alternating Current can be transmitted efficiently at high voltagesbut low currents, for a given power, since at its simplest, Power in Watts = Current X Volts. This minimises heating losses (proportional to resistance-squared) in the cables.

Alternating-current Voltage is also easily stepped up or down by a transformer, not possible with D.C.

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