All of the following statements are true EXCEPT:
A)when the engine is on, the battery provides power for electrical accessories that are turned on.
B)during cranking, the battery supplies current to the starter.
C)the battery works like a capacitor, absorbing high-voltage surges that sometimes happen in the electrical system.
D)when the engine is running and electrical demands are more than the charging system can contribute, the battery serves as a reservoir, supplying electrical energy for the extra loads.

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The battery primarily provides power for the starter motor and the ignition system during engine start-up. Once the engine is running, the alternator (or generator in older vehicles) takes over supplying power to the vehicle's electrical accessories and recharging the battery. The battery does not power electrical accessories when the engine is on; this is the job of the alternator.

All of the Following Statements Are True EXCEPT