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Question
Match the columns.
| Column A | Column B |
| 1) Direct current | a) Oscillatory |
| 2) Alternating current | b) Non oscillatory |
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Solution
| Column A | Column B |
| 1) Direct current | b) Non oscillatory |
| 2) Alternating current | a) Oscillatory |
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