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The converter circuit which employs turn on and turn off when the voltage and/or current through the device is zero at the instant of switching is ____________

The converter circuit which employs turn on and turn off when the voltage and/or current through the device is zero at the instant of switching is ____________ Correct Answer a resonant converter

Resonant converters are used to turn on and turn off when the voltage and/or current through the device is zero at the instant of switching.

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