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Direct Current vs. Alternating Current

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In alternating current, the direction of current flow through a circuit changes continuously.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
In direct current, current flow is in a single direction, conventionally from the positive to the negative pole of the power supply. But for alternating current, direction of current flow in a circuit changes continuously.

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