Why is 440 V used for motors and 110/220 V used for lighting?

Why is 440 V used for motors and 110/220 V used for lighting?
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Motor load currents are large. Motors are 3-phase loads. A higher 440V voltage means lesser current for the same power and hence losses and size of cable wires is lower. Lighting is single phase loads and its load currents are small, hence lower voltage means less insulation in the cable wires. Ask E/O for more information
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Last Answer : Answer: C

The turns ratio of device 'B' shown in the illustration is two to one (total). If 220 volts were applied to terminals 'H1' & 'H2', what would be indicated across 'X1' & 'X4' with 'X2' & 'X3' connected and isolated? EL-0082 A. 55 volts B. 110 volts C. 220 volts D. 440 volts

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