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AC reverses direction and can be converted to lower or higher voltage.
AC reverses direction and can be converted to lower or higher voltage.

AC has distinct advantages over DC, so AC won the War of the Currents.
AC has distinct advantages over DC, so AC won the War of the Currents.

Thomas Edis

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It seems like your question is incomplete, but it looks like you're discussing the differences between alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC), as well as referencing the historical context of the "War of the Currents" between Thomas Edison (who favored DC) and Nikola Tesla (who advocated for AC).

To summarize:

1. AC vs. DC:

   • Alternating Current (AC): Reverses direction periodically, can be easily transformed to different voltages using transformers, making it suitable for long-distance electricity transmission.
   • Direct Current (DC): Flows in one direction and is typically used for batteries and low-voltage applications.

2. War of the Currents: This historical competition in the late 19th century determined the standard for electrical power distribution in the US and eventually worldwide. AC systems, led by Tesla and backed by George Westinghouse, ultimately became the dominant form because of their efficiency in transmitting power over long distances.

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