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Wires are of two types:

* '''Solid:''' Solid conductors consist of just one strand of metal. They are easier to terminate than stranded conductors. They are also mechanically tough and inexpensive. The major disadvantage of solid conductors is their lack of flexibility.

*'''Stranded:''' Stranded conductors are composed of multiple metal strands bunched together in any number of configurations. They are much more flexible than solid conductors, and the higher the strand count, the more flexible they are. While this can add some cost, it is essential for any wire or cable that will need to withstand any kind of movement or flexing.

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