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The power is transmitted from a power house on a voltage `AC` because

A

Electric current travels faster at higher volts

B

It is more economical due to less power wastage

C

It is difficult to less power voltage

D

Chance of stealing transmission lines are minimize

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Power loss `prop 1/(("Voltage")^(2))`
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