Question

why is alternating current considered to be advantage over direct current for long range transmission of electric energy

Answer 1

AC is an advantage for transmissionover long distances as the power losses due to heat dissipation in the wires, is less for AC than DC. AC is safer than DC for very high Voltages. ... The cost of transmission for AC is also less than DC. It is easier to generate AC than DC.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Alternating current is considered advantageous over direct current. AC is suitable than DC for transmission of electric power over long distances without loss of energy. The basic reason is, alternating voltage can be stepped up or stepped down using a transformer.