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As the load is applied to a synchronous motor, the motor takes more armature current because

Correct answer: B. the rotor by shifting its phase backward causes motor to take more current

  • A. the increased load has to take more current
  • B. the rotor by shifting its phase backward causes motor to take more current
  • C. the back e.m.f. decreases causing an increase in motor current
  • D. the rotor strengthens the rotating field casuing more motor current

Explanation

When load increases, the rotor falls back by a larger load angle relative to the rotating field. This phase shift increases the torque-producing component of armature current, so the motor draws more current.

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