would a failing alternator cause the vehicle to lose power whilst driving

1991 SUBARU LIBERTY
200,000 MILES
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CHERYLM
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While driving the rpm dropped and it could not be revved and eventually lost power and stopped working. A jump start got the engine going again.
Could you advise what might cause this to happen I have read about your alternator details and this sympton did not seem logical
Nov 15, 2011 at 12:46 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be the alternator is failing-have it checked and the fuel pump
Nov 15, 2011 at 1:13 AM
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