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A 3-phase synchronous motor is running clockwise. If the direction of its field current is reversed

Correct answer: B. the motor continue to run in the same direction

  • A. the motor will stop
  • B. the motor continue to run in the same direction
  • C. the winding of the motor will burn
  • D. the motor will run in the reverse direction
  • E. none of the above

Explanation

Reversing field current reverses rotor magnetic polarity but does not change the stator phase sequence, which determines the rotating-field direction. Therefore, the motor is intended to continue in the same direction, although a transient loss of synchronism may occur in practice.

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