What is the main purpose of using a transformer in power distribution?
Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of using a transformer in power distribution?
To increase current
To decrease losses during transmission
To convert AC to DC
To store energy
Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions
What is the main purpose of using a transformer in power distribution?
Step 1: Understand that electricity is generated at power plants.
Step 2: Know that electricity needs to travel long distances to reach homes and businesses.
Step 3: Realize that when electricity travels long distances at low voltage, a lot of energy is lost as heat.
Step 4: Learn that transformers can increase the voltage of electricity, which helps it travel further with less energy loss.
Step 5: Remember that after the electricity travels long distances, transformers can decrease the voltage again to safe levels for use in homes and businesses.
