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4.5.6a Construction and operation of a transformer

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Electricity is transmitted over long distances from power stations to consumers.

Which row in the table correctly describes the voltage and current used during transmission, and the primary reason for this choice?

Transmission voltage and currentReason
AHigh voltage and low currentTo reduce energy loss
BHigh voltage and high currentTo reduce energy loss
CLow voltage and high currentFor safety
DLow voltage and low currentFor safety
A

Row A

B

Row B

C

Row C

D

Row D

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