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Which of the following relays is used on long transmission lines?

Correct answer: B. Mho's relay

  • A. Impedance relay
  • B. Mho's relay
  • C. Reactance relay
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

A mho relay is inherently directional and has a circular characteristic well suited to long, high-voltage transmission lines. Impedance and reactance relays are also used in protection, but the standard choice for long lines is the mho relay.

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