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For a consumer the most economical power factor is generally____________?

Correct answer: C. 0.95 lagging

  • A. 0.5 lagging
  • B. 0.5 leading
  • C. 0.95 lagging
  • D. 0.95 leading

Explanation

A consumer generally operates most economically at a high power factor, commonly taken as about 0.95 lagging. A lagging value reflects the inductive loads normally found in consumer installations, while a leading factor is not usually required.

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