Capacitors for power factor correction are rated in_________?
Correct answer: D. kVAR
- A. kW
- B. kVA
- C. kV
- D. kVAR
Explanation
Power-factor-correction capacitors supply leading reactive power, so their rating is expressed in volt-amperes reactive, or kVAR. kW measures active power and kVA measures apparent power.
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