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The speed of a D.C. shunt motor more than its full-load speed can be obtained by_____________?

Correct answer: A. decreasing the field current

  • A. decreasing the field current
  • B. increasing the field current
  • C. decreasing the armature current
  • D. increasing the armature current

Explanation

Motor speed is approximately proportional to the back-emf divided by field flux. Reducing the field current weakens the flux and therefore raises the speed above its normal value.

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