(Poll created September 30, 2010)
Submitted by editor

Name some advantages of Alternating Current power distribution

Less power is lost by transmission lines
(30)
It's easier to keep AC voltage constant
(22)
It's easier to raise or reduce voltages
(19)
It's easier to generate AC power
(19)
AC power is cheaper than DC
(16)
AC is less of a shock hazard
(10)
Light bulbs last longer with AC power
(9)
There are none
(8)
lmost all of the above and/or the below.
(5)
AC power is more "green"
(4)
60 hz flashing of lights keeps people hypnotized
(1)
AC power lines don't attract lightning strikes
(1)
AC power doesn't cause leukemia

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