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Wattmeter cannot be designed on the principle of_________________?

Correct answer: C. moving iron instrument

  • A. electrostatic instrument
  • B. thermocouple instrument
  • C. moving iron instrument
  • D. electrodynamic instrument

Explanation

A moving-iron instrument produces torque mainly proportional to the square of current, so it cannot directly provide the current-voltage product required for watt measurement. Electrodynamic, electrostatic and thermal methods can be adapted for wattmeters.

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