All the modern AC-DC converters are using GTOs instead of SCRs because

1.	All the modern AC-DC converters are using GTOs instead of SCRs because
A.	Temperature is an issue in SCRs
B.	Switching losses are high in SCRs
C.	GTOs have reliable commutation
D.	GTOs are cheaply available today
Answer» D. GTOs are cheaply available today

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