Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #240 (Set 8)

Which of the following components are used to convert alternating current produced in the DC generator armature windings to direct current?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Commutator and brushes

Mechanically rotating the armature within a DC generator induces alternating current in its windings. The combination of the segmented commutator and stationary carbon brushes mechanically rectifies this internal AC into direct current supplied to the external bus.

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