Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Alternating Current

Question:
A.C. power is transmitted from a power house at a high voltage because of which of the following?
Options:
the rate of transmission is faster at high voltages
it is more economical due to less power loss
power cannot be transmitted at low voltages
a precaution against theft of transmission lines
Correct Answer:
it is more economical due to less power loss
Explanation:
A.C. power is transmitted from a power house at a high voltage because it is more economical due to less power loss.