Hysteresis loss in a transformer varies as (Bmax = maximum flux density)
A. B m a x
B. B m a x 1.6
C. B m a x 1.85
D. B m a x 2.4
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The no load current in a transformer lags behind the applied voltage by an angle of about
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The efficiency of two identical transformers under load conditions can be determined by
A. short-circuit test
B. back-to-back test
C. open circuit test
D. any of the above
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For a transformer, operating at constant load current, maximum efficiency will occur at
A. 0.8 leading power factor
B. 0.8 lagging power factor
C. zero power factor
D. unity power factor
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Helical coils can be used on
A. low voltage side of high kVA transformers
B. high frequency transformers
C. high voltage side of small capacity transformers
D. high voltage side of high kVA rating transformers
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Greater the secondary leakage flux
A. less will be the secondary induced e.m.f.
B. less will be the primary induced e.m.f.
C. less will be the primary terminal voltage
D. none of the above
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A transformer core is laminated to
A. reduce hysteresis loss
B. reduce eddy current losses
C. reduce copper losses
D. reduce all above losses
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In the transformer following winding has got more cross-sectional area
A. Low voltage winding
B. High voltage winding
C. Primary winding
D. Secondary winding
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The transformer laminations are insulated from each other by
A. mica strip
B. thin coat of varnish
C. paper
D. any of the above
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Buchholz's relay gives warning and protection against
A. electrical fault inside the transformer itself
B. electrical fault outside the transformer in outgoing feeder
C. for both outside and inside faults
D. none of the above
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If R2 is the resistance of secondary winding of the transformer and K is the transformation ratio then the equivalent secondary resistance referred to primary will be
A. B. K 2 R 2
C. K 2 R 2 2
D. K R 2 2
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Two transformers operating in parallel will share the load depending upon their
A. leakage reactance
B. per unit impedance
C. efficiencies
D. ratings
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Which of the following does not change in an ordinary transformer?
A. Frequency
B. Voltage
C. Current
D. Any of the above
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When a given transformer is run at its rated voltage but reduced frequency, its
A. flux density remains unaffected
B. iron losses are reduced
C. core flux density is reduced
D. core flux density is increased
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Which of the following does not change in a transformer?
A. Current
B. Voltage
C. Frequency
D. All of the above
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The starting torque of a squirrel-cage induction motor is
A. low
B. negligible
C. same as full-load torque
D. slightly more than full-load torque
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While conducting short-circuit test on a transformer the following side is short circuited
A. High voltage side
B. Low voltage side
C. Primary side
D. Secondary side
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During short circuit test iron losses are negligible because
A. the current on secondary side is negligible
B. the voltage on secondary side does not vary
C. the voltage applied on primary side is low
D. full-load current is not supplied to the transformer
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If a transformer is continuously operated the maximum temperature rise will occur in
A. core
B. windings
C. tank
D. any of the above
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The primary coil of a transformer is connected to a 60 V ac source. The secondary coil is connected to a 330 Ω load. The turns ratio is 3:1. What is the secondary voltage?
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