Asked by Clareese Stenzel on May 22, 2024

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The _____ ride against the commutator segments and are used to connect the armature to the external circuit of the DC machine.

A) field windings
B) pole pieces
C) armature windings
D) brushes

Commutator Segments

Sections of a commutator, which is a device used in electric motors and generators to reverse the direction of current.

External Circuit

The portion of an electrical circuit that is outside the internal system, connecting it to external devices or other circuits.

  • Gain an understanding of the basic structures and parts of DC generators.
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MacElvin BryanMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Brushes ride against the commutator segments in a DC machine, providing the physical connection between the rotating armature and the external circuit, allowing electrical current to flow.