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If the firing angle becomes negative, then the rectifier begins to work as_______________?

Correct answer: B. An inverter

  • A. A rectifier
  • B. An inverter
  • C. A chopper
  • D. A regulator

Explanation

With a negative firing angle, power flows from the DC side back toward the AC supply, so the controlled converter operates in inversion rather than rectification.

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