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Which of these components is used to power an LCD backlight?

A) Converter

B) Modulator

C) Inverter

D) Transceiver

E) Diode

F) It’s all solar, so drag that computer outside


The answer: C) Inverter

An inverter is used to convert DC to the AC power needed by florescent backlights.

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