A(n) ____ is a device that maintains power to equipment in the event of an interruption in the primary electrical power source.
A) uninterruptible power supply
B) redundant power supply
C) uninterruptible system supply
D) replica power supply

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An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a device that provides battery backup power to equipment in case of a power outage or flicker. This allows for critical equipment to continue functioning without interruption. A redundant power supply, while similar, is a separate power supply that provides redundancy in case of a primary power supply failure. The other options (C and D) are not commonly used terms in the context of power supply equipment.

A(n) ____ Is a Device That Maintains Power to Equipment