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Which of the following motors is usually used in house-hold refrigerators ?

Correct answer: C. Single phase induction motor (split phase start or induction run motor)

  • A. D.C. shunt motor
  • B. D.C. series motor
  • C. Single phase induction motor (split phase start or induction run motor)
  • D. Reluctance motor
  • E. Synchronous motor

Explanation

Household refrigerator compressors commonly use single-phase induction motors, especially split-phase or capacitor-start types, because they operate reliably from the domestic AC supply. DC and synchronous motors are not the usual choice for this application.

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