Question

Why is the use of ac voltage preferred over dc voltage ? Give two reasons.
Any two of the following (or any other correct) reasons :
(i) ac can be transmitted with much lower energy losses as compared to dc.
(ii) ac voltage can be adjusted (stepped-up or stepped down) as per requirement.
(iii) ac current in a circuit can be controlled using (almost) wattless devices like choke coil.
(iv) ac is easier to generate.

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