MGVCL Exam Paper (30-07-2021 Shift 2)
A single phase motor connected to 415 V, 50 Hz supply takes 30 A at a power factor of 0.7 lagging. Calculate the capacitance required in parallel with the motor to raise the power factor to 0.9 lagging.

76.32 µF
96.32 µF
86.32 µF
66.32 µF

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MGVCL Exam Paper (30-07-2021 Shift 2)
A short-shunt dc compound generator supplies 50 A at 300 V. If the shunt field resistance, series field resistance and armature resistance are 30 Ω, 0.03Ω, and 0.05 Ω respectively, determine the e.m.f. generated.

302.5 V
306.5 V
304.5 V
308.5 V

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MGVCL Exam Paper (30-07-2021 Shift 2)
A power factor less than unity results in which of the following disadvantages?
(i) Large kVA rating of equipment
(ii)Poor voltage regulation
(iii) Greater conductor size

(i), (ii) and (iii)
(i) and (ii) only
(i) and (iii) only
(ii) and (iii) only

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MGVCL Exam Paper (30-07-2021 Shift 2)
Which one of the following statement is TRUE?

In the cables, the location of fault is usually found out by comparing the capacitances of insulated conductors.
The current carrying capacity of cables in DC is less than that in AC.
Underground cables are laid at sufficient depth to avoid being unearthed easily due to removal of soil.
In the cables, sheaths are used to provide enough strength.

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