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_________________method of starting a three phase induction motor needs six terminals ?

Correct answer: A. Star-delta

  • A. Star-delta
  • B. Resistance starting
  • C. Auto-transformer
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Star-delta starting requires access to all six ends of the three stator windings so they can first be connected in star and then in delta. The other listed methods do not require six motor terminals in this way.

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