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Which of the following plants is almost inevitably used as base load plant?
Correct answer: C. Nuclear power plant
- A. Diesel engine plant
- B. Gas turbine plant
- C. Nuclear power plant
- D. Pumped storage plant
Explanation
Nuclear plants have high capital cost, low operating cost and limited load-following ability, so they are most economical when run continuously at base load. Diesel and gas-turbine plants are better suited to peak or standby service.
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