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What is a practical example of alternating current use?

A home wall outlet.

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  2. A battery in a remote
  3. A home wall outlet ✔

Why: Homes use alternating current from wall outlets, where current reverses direction repeatedly.

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Answer: A home wall outlet. Homes use alternating current from wall outlets, where current reverses direction repeatedly.

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