The _____ motor can operate on either AC or DC voltage.

A) consequent pole
B) universal
C) shaded pole
D) split-phase

Universal Motor

An electric motor that can operate on either AC or DC power and is commonly used in portable tools and appliances.

AC

Alternating Current, a type of electrical current where the flow of electric charge periodically reverses direction, commonly used in power supplies.

DC

Direct Current, an electrical current that flows in one direction only, typical in batteries and DC power supplies.