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Question 17 of 61 in Electromagnetic Induction

USING TRANSFORMERS TO CHANGE VOLTAGES

1 mark · Easy

State whether a transformer can be used with direct current (d.c.).

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No

Also accept: No, transformers cannot be used with d.c.; No, a transformer only works with a.c.

Common mistakes: Yes

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B1 · 1 mark · States that a transformer cannot be used with direct current (d.c.).

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No, a transformer cannot be used with a d.c. supply.

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