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The back emf of a motor which is just started is_________?

Correct answer: A. Zero

  • A. Zero
  • B. Maximum
  • C. Minimum
  • D. Optimum

Explanation

Back emf is produced when the motor rotates and its armature cuts magnetic flux. At the instant the motor is started, its speed is zero, so no rotational emf is induced and the back emf is 0 V. Students may choose maximum by confusing back emf with the starting current, which is actually maximum because there is no back emf to oppose the supply.

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