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The conductors of the overhead lines are

A. solid

B. stranded

C. both solid and stranded

D. none of the above

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The correct answer is Option B: stranded
Here's why:
Solid conductors are generally too rigid and inflexible for overhead lines.
They would be prone to breaking due to vibrations, wind, and temperature changes.
Stranded conductors are made up of multiple wires twisted together.
This construction provides flexibility, making them less susceptible to damage from external forces.
The flexibility also makes them easier to handle and install.
Therefore, overhead lines use stranded conductors for better durability and ease of use.

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Comments (6)

  1. Mahesh Babu
    Mahesh Babu:
    5 months ago

    Only stranded
    Option - B is right answer

  2. Miral Vasava
    Miral Vasava:
    4 years ago

    correct answer is stranded condutor is used

  3. Shakeeltu Tu
    Shakeeltu Tu:
    5 years ago

    really , is solid conductor can be used for over head line transmission?

  4. Renganathan Renga
    Renganathan Renga:
    5 years ago

    6. An overhead line has a span of 250m. The tension in the line is 1500 kg while the conductor weighs 750 kg per 100m. Calculate the maximum sag in the conductor.

  5. TANISHQ BHATT
    TANISHQ BHATT:
    5 years ago

    Correct answer is: Option B

  6. Krunal Patel
    Krunal Patel:
    6 years ago

    Answer is Wrong... true ans B. Stranded

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