Electrical Power Generation MCQs Part 57

Electrical Engineering MCQs on Power Generation – Part 56

In a distribution system, in order to improve power factor, the synchronous capacitors are installed

In a distribution system, in order to improve power factor, the synchronous capacitors are installed

1. At the receiving end
2. At the sending end
3. Either of above
4. None of above

Correct answer: 1. At the receiving end

During load shedding

During load shedding

1. Some loads are switched off
2. System frequency is reduced Efficiency is the secondary consideration in
3. System power factor is changed
4. System voltage is reduced

Correct answer: 1. Some loads are switched off

Also see: Electrical Engineering XYZ article on What is Load Shedding and Why it Happens

The essential requirement of peak load plant is that

The essential requirement of peak load plant is that

1. It should be capable of starting quickly
2. It should be small in size
3. It should produce high voltage
4. It should run at high speed

Correct answer: 1. It should be capable of starting quickly

An over excited synchronous motor on no-load is termed as

An over excited synchronous motor on no-load is termed as

1. Alternator
2. Generator
3. Induction motor
4. Synchronous condenser

Correct answer: 4. Synchronous condenser

The area under a load curve gives

The area under a load curve gives

1. Average demand
2. Energy consumed
3. Maximum demand
4. None of these

Correct answer: 2. Energy consumed

Learn Daily vs Monthly vs Yearly Load Curves here

Also see MCQs on Load curve below:

1. In a load curve the highest point signifies
2. Highest point on daily load curve represents