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What is the main difference between a generator and an electric motor?

A. A generator produces electricity and an electric motor consumes electricity.

B. A generator uses a permanent magnet and an electric motor uses an electromagnet.

C. A generator produces a magnetic field and an electric motor produces an electric field.

D. A generator uses a rotating magnetic field and an electric motor uses a non-moving magnetic field.

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I got B
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Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

an electric motor is a machine that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy. a generator is a machine that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy

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