Why Was the Development of the Alternating Current Electric System

question 84

Multiple Choice

Why was the development of the alternating current electric system significant?

• A) It was essential for Edison to invent the lightbulb.
• B) It powered the transcontinental railroad.
• C) It enabled electricity to be transmitted across long distances.
• D) It was safer than direct current electrical transmission.
• E) It was J. Pierpont Morgan's first successful investment.

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