The most widely used rectifier is:
Correct answer: C. Bridge rectifier
- A. Half wave rectifier
- B. Full wave rectifier
- C. Bridge rectifier
- D. None of them
Explanation
Bridge rectifiers are widely used for large appliances, which can convert high AC voltage to low DC voltage.
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