With reference to the Battery energy storage system (BESS), consider the following statements:1.They use algorithms to interact with the grid and make decisions regarding storing and releasing of surplus energy.2.BESS typically work by using a power converter to convert electricity from the source into a form that can be stored in the batteries.Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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Q. With reference to the Battery energy storage system (BESS), consider the following statements::
1.They use algorithms to interact with the grid and make decisions regarding storing and releasing of surplus energy.
2.BESS typically work by using a power converter to convert electricity from the source into a form that can be stored in the batteries.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. BESS use algorithms to interact with the grid and make decisions regarding storing and releasing of surplus energy. BESS typically work by using a power converter to convert electricity from the source into a form that can be stored in the batteries.

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