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Q. I have always liked to cook and I particularly like the large professional gas ranges. I am concerned that the big burners will use more gas. Are they efficient and should I get a dual-fuel design?

Some big stove makers are betting on an electromagnetic future, developing models that companies say can cook much faster than traditional gas and electric versions. Manufacturers of GE, Viking and ...