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103. Which of the following is NOT required for a properly operating transformer?
     
A. An alternating current source connected to the primary coil. Transformers work because of a changing magnetic field created by an alternating current connected to the primary coil.
B. a direct current source connected to the primary coil. This will not work.  See above.

The Correct Answer is B.

C. two coils of wire wound around a common iron core. This is the design of a transformer.
D. The wires must be insulated. The wires must be insulated.  If they are not, the current will flow through the iron core instead of inducing a current.