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What is a practical example of direct current use?

A battery powering a flashlight.

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  1. A power line transformer
  2. A battery powering a flashlight ✔
  3. A home wall outlet

Why: Batteries supply direct current, which flows one way and suits many electronic devices and flashlights.

Huh, didn't know that: Batteries supply direct current, which flows one way and suits many electronic devices and flashlights.

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Answer: A battery powering a flashlight. Batteries supply direct current, which flows one way and suits many electronic devices and flashlights.

  1. Scouting America: Electricity www.scouting.org/merit-badges/electricity
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