Question 2 (a) Briefly explain the need for power factor correction (PFC). (b) Briefly explain how the power factor can be corrected. (c) A single-phase motor draws a current of 5A from a 120V, 60H: line. The power factor of the motor is 65%. Calculate the following:- i. The active power absorbed by the motor. ii. The reactive power absorbed by the motor. iii. What conclusions can you make based on the answers obtained in (i) and (ii)?

Question 2 (a) Briefly explain the need for power factor correction (PFC). (b) Briefly explain how the power factor can be corrected. (c) A single-phase motor draws a current of 5A from a 120V, 60H: line. The power factor of the motor is 65%. Calculate the following:- i. The active power absorbed by the motor. ii. The reactive power absorbed by the motor. iii. What conclusions can you make based on the answers obtained in (i) and (ii)?

Power System Analysis and Design (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305632134

Author:J. Duncan Glover, Thomas Overbye, Mulukutla S. Sarma

Publisher:J. Duncan Glover, Thomas Overbye, Mulukutla S. Sarma

Chapter12: Power System Controls

Section: Chapter Questions

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