It is advisable to avoid line starting of induction motor and use starter because
A. It will run in reverse direction
B. It will pick up very high speed and may go out of step
C. Motor takes five to seven times its full load current
D. Starting torque is very high
Answer: Option C
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Which is of the following data is required to draw the circle diagram for an induction motor?
A. Block rotor test only
B. No load test only
C. Block rotor test and no-load test
D. Block rotor test, no-load test and stator resistance test
The starting torque of a three phase induction motor can be increased by
A. Increasing slip
B. Increasing current
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. None of the above
Rotor rheostat control method of speed control is used for
A. Squirrel-cage induction motors only
B. Slip ring induction motors only
C. Both (A) and (B)
D. None of the above
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