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General Knowledge · Q605

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 605

Q605

Electricity is transmitted over long distances

A.
It is fast
B.
There is less wastage of energy
Answer
C.
It is safer
D.
It is cheaper

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The primary reason that power is transmitted at high voltages is to increase efficiency. As electricity is transmitted over long distances, there are inherent energy losses along the way.